Les Cheneaux Community Foundation

10/07/2026

Given the increased popularity of the Narnia Trail (AKA Bush Bay Trail / John Arthur Woollam Preserve) in Clark Township, The Nature Conservancy in Michigan The Nature Conservancy has identified plans to manage visitation and protect ecosystems.

Next Tuesday 10/13 is the LAST opportunity to attend a Community Conversation! Consider attending to learn more about project progress, ask questions, share concerns and provide your input!

📍 Clark Township Community Center
🕙 6:00 - 7:30pm

09/24/2026

Don’t forget to apply for a Les Cheneaux Community Foundation grant!

The Fall Grant Cycle is now open, and we’d love to see what our local organizations are working on in the community!

Visit lcicf.org/grants.html to download the grant instructions and application. Applications are due Friday, October 23 at 4pm!

Questions? We’re happy to help!
[email protected]

Please share this post with a local organization that may benefit from Foundation funding!

09/13/2026

A great update from Northwoods Christian Camp Ski Trails, where combined grant funding from the foundation, CCPF and UPSWF is helping bring approximately 125 new aluminum, reflective trail signs to the trails this season!

Trail names, maps and etiquette reminders will make for an even better experience for skiers and we’re excited to see them out on the trails!

09/10/2026

Community support in action! 💙

We were happy to help the Hessel School House replace the battery in their AED, helping keep this important lifesaving equipment ready when it’s needed.

Thank you, Hessel School House, for all you do for our community and to the generous donors who make projects like this possible through the Les Cheneaux Community Foundation!

Doing the most good, now and forever.

Thank you to the Les Cheneaux Community Foundation for helping us purchase a new battery for our AED!

08/27/2026

Fall Grant Applications are now LIVE!
https://lcicf.org/grants.html
Grants normally range from $1,000 to $5,000. In general, highest priority is given to those applications that meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Enables an organization to better carry out its purpose in the community.
- Enhances cooperation among organizations.
- Creates programs to meet emerging needs.
- Builds new approaches to meet existing needs.
- Benefits a large percentage of people.

Applications are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]

08/12/2026

📣📣📣 Calling all nonprofits, municipalities, and community organizations - Learn how to position your organization for grant success!

TOMORROW is our FREE Grant Readiness Lunch & Learn led by Amy Bolek of Bolek Grant Writing and Consulting Services.

WHEN: Thursday, August 13 - 10am - 12pm followed by lunch
WHERE: Hessel School House 3206 Cedar St., Hessel
WHY: Grants can be confusing and complex - we'll cover everything from the key building blocks of readiness to common gaps that make organizations less competitive.

We will also be giving out TWO TICKETS for Nub's Nob Ski Area!

Details below!
Register here: https://bit.ly/4qb4FzN

08/10/2026

THIS THURSDAY!

Join us for a FREE Grant Readiness Lunch & Learn on August 13. Learn how to position your organization for grant success!

Details below! Register at this link: https://bit.ly/4qb4FzN

📢 Calling all nonprofits, municipalities, and community organizations!

Join us for a FREE Grant Readiness Lunch & Learn on August 13. Learn how to position your organization for grant success!

Details below! Please email [email protected] with any questions and to RSVP.

08/06/2026

📢 Calling all nonprofits, municipalities, and community organizations!

Join us for a FREE Grant Readiness Lunch & Learn on August 13. Learn how to position your organization for grant success!

Details below! Please email [email protected] with any questions and to RSVP.

07/21/2026

A big THANK YOU to all who came to the Party for the Path fundraiser last Wednesday!

Thank you to the fabulous event committee:
Margo Mertaugh, Lynn Brown, Kristi Autore, Robin Pendery, Karen Covington, Amy Totonchi, Corie Conroy, Michelle Seward and Sarah Reding

Thank you to our Event Partners:
Les Cheneaux Islands Chamber of Commerce
Clark Township
The Pine Cone
Hakola Porta John Rentals & Septic Service
Les Cheneaux Culinary School
Les Cheneaux Distillers
The St. Ignace News
Hessel School House
Drummond Island Yacht Haven
Cedarville Foods
Little Buoy Bakery & Cafe
Little Traverse Conservancy

One more shout out to our music for the evening, The Haske Brothers, who also donated a private performance to our silent auction!

More pictures and thank yous coming for our raffle and silent auction items!