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Doty Native Flower Garden Association Currently Accepting Grant Applications

The Doty Native Flower Garden Association is currently accepting grant applications through June 30th.  Click the link above to learn more and download the application.


Burnham Brook Clean Up A Great Success!


In February 2008, ownership of the Burnham Brook Community Center was transferred to the Burnham Brook Community Center Holding Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Battle Creek Community Foundation.  On Saturday, March 15, 2008 a clean up day was held to get Burnham Brook looking it's best.  Click the link above to see photos from the day!


2008 Arts & Culture Operating Grant Applications Available Now!

The 2008 Arts & Culture Operating Grant Applications and Guidelines are now available for download as .pdf forms.  You can get them by clicking on "Applying for a Grant" on the menu on the left side of the page. Deadline to apply is May 1, 2008.


Brenda L. Hunt attends annual event on Capitol Hill

Brenda L. Hunt, President and CEO of the Battle Creek Community Foundation attended the Foundation on the Hill in Washington, D.C. for the second year in a row to make sure the needs and support of Battle Creek area donors are represented.


Angelcheeks Foundation Fund Established!

The Angelcheeks Foundation Fund was recently established at the Battle Creek Community Foundation.  The Fund will assist families without life insurance who have lost a child aged 2 and under.  To donate online to this fund or any other fund held at the Foundation, please click on "Online Giving" on the menu on the left side of the screen.  Or visit their website at: www.angelcheeks.net.


2008 Neighborhood Grant Review Dates are up!

Learn about scheduled orientation sessions, proposal due dates and grant review dates.


DeVries honored by the Governor



Robert and Eleanor DeVries were recipients of the Civic Leader Award presented by Governor Jennifer Granholm at the 22nd Annual Governor’s Awards for Arts & Culture Gala held November 28, 2007 at the Detroit Institute of Art.


New Site for Professional Advisors!

The Battle Creek Community Foundation has a new site specially for professonal advisors.  It's full of information on various gifting opportunities, gift laws and much more. There's also a weekly newsletter. Access the site at http://battlecreek.giftlegacy.com


Listen to Horizons Radio!

The talk radio program of the Battle Creek Community Foundation airs Mondays at 5pm on WFPM 99.5 FM.


IRA MAKES GIFT OF A LIFETIME

New charitable gift option for professional advisors and their clients.


INDIVIDUAL ACCESS TO THE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

abstract_119614.jpg Interested in participating in arts and culture programs in Battle Creek? Get the application!


FALLEN OFFICERS MEMORIAL GARDEN PLANS UNDERWAY

abstract_114336.jpg Local volunteers are spearheading a community project to honor Fallen Officers of the Battle Creek Police Department (BCPD).


New Funds Established at BCCF!
Angelcheeks Foundation Fund Established!

The Angelcheeks Foundation Fund was recently established at the Battle Creek Community  more ...


DOTY NATIVE FLOWER GARDEN ASSOCIATION CURRENTLY ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS

DOTY NATIVE FLOWER GARDEN ASSOCIATION ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS THROUGH DECEMBER 30THThe  more ...


FALLEN OFFICERS MEMORIAL GARDEN PLANS UNDERWAY

Local volunteers are spearheading this community project to honor Fallen Officers of the Battle  more ...


New Scholarship Funds

Homer/Barton Farm CO. Fund:  This scholarship fund was established for the purpose of providing  more ...


New Donor Advised Fund

B. & J.  Kirkwood Fund: This fund is a Donor Advised Fund.  Some of the donor's  more ...


New Organizational Funds

Frances Thornton Historical Society Fund: This Organizational Support Fund was established in honor  more ...


New Field of Interest Fund

William & Nancy Richardson Community Fund: This Field of Interest Fund was established in honor  more ...


New Community Project Funds

Arts & Culture Community Project Fund:  The purpose of this fund is to improve arts and  more ...


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Doty Native Flower Garden Association Currently Accepting Grant Applications
The Doty Native Flower Garden Association is currently accepting grant applications through June 30th.  Click the link above to learn more and download the application.

Angelcheeks Foundation Fund Established!
The Angelcheeks Foundation Fund was recently established at the Battle Creek Community Foundation.  The Fund will assist families without life insurance who have lost a child aged 2 and under.  To donate online to this fund or any other fund held at the Foundation, please click on "Online Giving" on the menu on the left side of the screen.  Or visit their website at: www.angelcheeks.net.

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