Funds
There is no limit to what we can do together. Contributions to the Manistee County Community Foundation are investments in Manistee County's future. The Manistee County Community Foundation is the only entity serving Manistee County that impacts all aspects of life: youth, education, human services, the arts, environment, community development and more. Our focus on endowment means that your gift helps enhance our community today and makes a lasting impact for years to come.
Contribute to one of our charitable funds listed below, or contact us to learn how to leave a gift for the future or create a new named fund.
| Fund | Type | County | |
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George William 'Bill' Paine Memorial Fund
Supports and sustains the Paine Aquatic Center |
Designated | Manistee | |
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George William and Martha Lee Paine Charitable Fund
Donors recommend grant recipients |
Donor Advised | Manistee | |
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Platte River Park Endowment Fund
For the primary purpose of maintaining and secondary purpose of improving Platte River Park in Homestead Township, Benzie County, Michigan. |
Field of Interest | Manistee | |
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Pleasant Valley Community Center Annual Fund
Supports immediate needs of the Pleasant Valley Community Center |
Campaign Services | Manistee | |
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Pleasant Valley Community Center Endowment Fund
Sustains the efforts of the Pleasant Valley Community Center |
Organization Endowment | Manistee | |
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Pleasanton Cemetery Fund
Supports grounds beautification and maintenance of this historic site |
Designated | Manistee | |
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Portage Lake Watershed Endowment Fund
Supports wise use and management of natural, cultural, historical, social, and economic resources in the Portage Lake Watershed. |
Field of Interest | Manistee | |
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Ramsdell Theatre Preservation Fund
Provides maintenance, restoration, and preservation of this historic theatre and complex |
Organization Endowment | Manistee | |
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Save A Buddy Fund
Supports the spaying and neutering of dogs and puppies in Manistee County and the surrounding areas |
Community Service | Manistee | |
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Harvey E. Showalter Memorial Fund
Provides support for the Manistee County Veterans Transportation Network |
Designated | Manistee | |
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Spirit of Giving Fund
Donor recommends grant recipients |
Donor Advised | Manistee | |
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St. Joseph Catholic Community of Onekama Fund
To benefit St. Joseph Church of Onekama |
Committee Advised | Manistee | |
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Sue L. Wilson Literacy Fund
A permanent endowment honoring Sue L. Wilson in support of the Project Read Northwest adult literacy program operated by United Way of Manistee County. |
Designated | Manistee | |
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Superior Street Fund in Memory of Donald and Elsie Carmody
Donor advised |
Donor Advised | Manistee | |
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Top Ten Fund
Donor advised |
Donor Advised | Manistee | |
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Trinity Lutheran Church of Onekama Fund
Supports church maintenance and operations |
Designated | Manistee | |
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United Way of Manistee County Fund
Supports their capacity to assist health and human service organizations and programs |
Organization Endowment | Manistee | |
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Elroy & Carol Urbanus Scholarship Fund
For Bear Lake schools graduating senior attending a two or four year college or vocational/technical school |
Scholarship | Manistee | |
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Historic Vogue Theatre of Manistee Endowment Fund
Provides a permanent source of support for the operations and maintenance of the Vogue Theatre |
Committee Advised | Manistee | |
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West Shore Community College Foundation Manistee Fund
Supports West Shore Community College services to Manistee County residents |
Organization Endowment | Manistee | |
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Women's Empowerment Giving Circle Fund
Supports programs that encourage and promote economic self-sufficiency and well-being of women and girls in Manistee County |
Field of Interest | Manistee | |
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Dennis Zupin Onekama Schools Education Foundation Fund
In memory of Dennis Zupin to support students at Onekama Consolidated Schools |
Build A Fund | Manistee | |