Ralph C. Wilson, Jr.
Application Process

The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds were created to provide permanent, endowed support for programs and initiatives that reflect the personal passions of Mr. Wilson.

Applications for this fund have closed until 2025.

The grants made from these Community Foundation-based Funds are distinct from the grants made by the separate Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.

In most cases, the grants made from the Legacy Funds serve to support very localized projects across the seven-county region for which a small grant can make all the difference.

In some cases, it may also provide an opportunity to test out ideas and programs on a smaller, pilot level.

Application Timeline

  • October 22, 2024 – Application Opens
  • October 31, 2024 5:00 p.m. – Deadline to register in Fluxx, if you are not already registered.
  • November 15, 2024, 5:00 p.m. – Application Deadline
  • Late April 2025 – Grantee Award and Decline Notifications Will Be Sent; Funded Projects Can Begin
  • May 2025 – Grants Will Be Announced Publicly

Review the Grantmaking Guidelines and Application Checklist

Each of the Wilson Legacy Funds has unique interests.  Please review the Grantmaking Guidelines and application checklist to learn the key facts, and to get answers to our more frequently asked questions.

If your organization is not registered in our online grants management system please go to the CFSEM registration page  to begin the registration process. Contact applications@cfsem.org for technical assistance.

After reviewing these guidelines, potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Community Foundation to discuss a proposed project before submitting a proposal.

REVIEW THE GRANT GUIDELINES AND CHECKLIST

For questions regarding the Caregivers Fund, contact Mary Clark.

For questions regarding the Youth Sports Fund, contact Pat Sharrow.

For questions regarding the Design & Access or Grosse Pointe Community Asset Funds, contact Greg Yankee

 

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