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About

With over 700 funds, each with a unique purpose, the Midland Area Community Foundation has been the organization in Midland, Michigan, building permanent community capital since 1973.

We believe anyone can be a philanthropist. Whether you'd like to give a monetary gift as low as $5, make us part of your estate plan, start a fund, or give the gift of your time, talent, treasure, or testimony, the Midland Area Community is your philanthropic organization to get involved.

History

In 1973, a group of incredible people established the Midland Area Community Foundation. Described as "by the people, for the people," the organization's stated purpose was to improve the quality of life in Midland County.

In the 50+ years since its founding, the Midland Area Community Foundation has invested over $150 million in the community. Beyond grantmaking, the Community Foundation has played an important role as community leaders with deep local relationships, knowledge of local challenges and opportunities, and the ability to respond to the community's needs.

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We exist to cultivate the power of giving within our community, support long-term transformation, and help ensure all residents thrive.

Our Purpose Statement

What drives our work?

Midland’s Community Success Panel developed four major focus areas for our community. The panel believed these areas would help Midland achieve its vision statement of

“Midland: an inclusive community. Together. Forward. Bold. An exceptional place where everyone thrives.”

The Community Foundation, in turn, aligned with these focus areas. We believe that to work towards a more vibrant, thriving community, our efforts should focus on these broad areas.

Building our livelihood means focusing on economic development and infrastructure.
Developing our talent means focusing on education and the development and engagement of our youth.
Caring for our people means focusing on health, human services, poverty, housing, and public safety.
Enriching our community means focusing on arts, culture, entertainment, recreation, diversity, and theenvironment.

We believe that moving forward together with our donors and the community, we can help to transform our community as we focus on these areas. Together, we’re enriching and improving our quality of life.

Building our Livelihood

Midland County creates and sustains competitive advantages for existing and future businesses. We are well connected and invest in our physical and technological infrastructure.

Developing our Talent

Midland County offers high-quality education and learning opportunities throughout life. Our community nurtures a skilled workforce and places high value on post-secondary learning. We provide opportunities for children and youth to realize their hopes and dreams.

Enriching our Community

Midland County is a vibrant hub of arts, culture, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. We are committed to equality and inclusion, and we welcome, embrace, and accept all people. We are a sustainable community that values and. protects its natural resources.

Caring for our People

The Midland community provides a coordinated and comprehensive system of supportive health and human services so that all may thrive. We encourage self-sufficiency and accept all individual responsibilities to collaborate to create the safest community in the country.

Undergirding this work are our adopted values of:

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Midland Area Community Foundation Grants Over $350,000 in 2026’s Second Quarter

June 19, 2026

Midland Area Community Foundation Looks Back on May with Gratitude Following 2026’s Record-Breaking Give Local Midland

June 9, 2026

Art Seen Festival Returns for 6th Annual Celebration in Sanford Community invited to help paint mural and enjoy free live music on June 13

May 14, 2026

Give Local Midland Returns on May 5

April 28, 2026

2026 First Quarter Grantmaking

March 31, 2026

Lloyd Osborn Award Nominations Are Open For 2026

March 13, 2026
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