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Our mission: To receive and administer funds for artistic, charitable, educational, and scientific purposes in a manner that both promotes the spirit of philanthropy and meets the needs of the people of Hillsdale County.

11/02/2026

The first organization we are featuring for The Great Give is the Great Start Collaborative and Family Coalition of Hillsdale County.

During FY26, Great Start Collaborative distributed nearly 9,600 books to children throughout Hillsdale County! Their mission is to continue putting books into the hands of local children and families, helping build a strong foundation for literacy.

With rising book costs, their Great Give goal is $14,000, with 100% of funds raised directly supporting local literacy initiatives. Your donation helps Great Start Collaborative build a stronger foundation for literacy—one book at a time! 📚

Early Giving begins November 9! Donate on our website, stop by the Foundation, or drop off your gift at the HUB on December 1, the day of The Great Give!

11/01/2026

Learn more about HCCF's annual Great Give event, happening Tuesday, December 1!

Starting this week, we'll be highlighting participating organizations on our social media pages! Keep an eye out to learn more about the incredible work they do in our community and how you can support their missions!

Early giving starts November 9!

10/30/2026

As October comes to a close, the YOUTH Advisory Council wants to remind students that there is no one-size-fits-all path to success after graduation!

Whether your future includes college, trade school, an apprenticeship, military service, or a job training program, we encourage you to explore your options and think about an application you could submit to take the next step toward your future. ⭐

10/25/2026

We are proud to support amazing projects like the Student-Designed Intensive Support Library at the North Adams-Jerome ISP! 📚

Thanks to Ms. Corum and Cooper, this project is helping "create opportunities for students to make independent choices, explore new interests, and develop a more positive relationship with reading in a supportive environment."

If you have an idea that could make a difference in Hillsdale County, we'd love to hear it!

Both General and YOUTH grant applications are open until Nov. 1 at 4 PM. Application link: https://goapply.akoyago.com/hillsdale/

10/23/2026

Together, we can make great things happen! If you have an idea that strengthens Hillsdale County, we want to hear from you.

Learn more and start your grant application on our website: https://abouthccf.org/grants/

10/20/2026

Calling all young farmers in Hillsdale County! 🚜🌾

The Edward L. Kunesh Young Farmer Grant is OPEN for applications!

Earlier this year, the Hillsdale County Community Foundation proudly awarded a combined $25,000 to three local young farmers through this grant program!

Ethan Bognar – A new storage barn for hay, straw, and equipment.
Cordell Price – A bale processor to support the expansion of his cattle management operation.
Kade Shiery – A new tractor to support various farm operations.

Established in honor of Edward L. Kunesh and his passion for supporting local agriculture, this annual grant provides funding opportunities for Hillsdale County farmers ages 18–36 to grow and strengthen their farming operations.

Funding requests can include equipment, livestock, infrastructure, and crops.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2026
Get started here: https://goapply.akoyago.com/hillsdale/

10/18/2026

The HCCF Y.O.U.T.H. Advisory Council is proud to award three mini grants totaling $1,440 to support student-led projects that strengthen our schools and communities!

These grants are helping local students turn their ideas into action:

Hillsdale High School Freshman Mentor Program – $400: Building connections between freshmen and upperclassmen through fun, engaging activities that create a welcoming and supportive school environment.

Reading High School Book Club – $500: Creating a student-designed Little Free Library at RHS and providing free books to sixth-grade students at the elementary school.

Hillsdale County ISD Special Education Program at North Adams-Jerome Schools – $540: Developing a student-designed library where students will help select books, create an organizational system, and maintain the space.

We are excited to see these students take the lead in making a positive impact in their schools and communities!

HAVE A GREAT IDEA OF YOUR OWN?

Our next Youth Grant cycle is officially open! If you have an idea that could make a difference in Hillsdale County, we want to hear it!

Applications are due November 1 at 4 p.m.

Start your application today by following this link: https://goapply.akoyago.com/hillsdale/

10/16/2026

It’s grant season and HCCF is ready to fund your great ideas!

Whether you’re submitting a Youth Grant or a General Grant, our online portal makes it easy: https://goapply.akoyago.com/hillsdale/

Youth Grants due November 1 at 4 p.m.
General Grants due November 1 at 4 p.m.

10/14/2026

WE FUND GREAT IDEAS!

4-H and FFA programs are an important part of our community, helping young people develop valuable skills, build character, and create lifelong memories.

To support these opportunities, the Hillsdale County Community Foundation and HCCF Y.O.U.T.H. Advisory Council joined together to award a $20,000 grant toward new swine and sheep livestock pens at the Hillsdale County Fairgrounds!

This project was a true community effort, made possible through the generosity, fundraising, and hard work of many local supporters. We are proud to have played a part in improving the fairgrounds for our 4-H and FFA participants, local livestock exhibitors, and generations of fairgoers to come!

Do you have a great idea that could make a difference in Hillsdale County?

It's grant season at the Community Foundation! Whether you're applying for a Youth Grant or a General Grant, we're here to fund your great ideas!

Applications are due November 1 at 4 p.m.

Start your application today by following this link: https://goapply.akoyago.com/hillsdale/

10/12/2026

Fall fun has taken over Downtown Hillsdale, and we need YOUR vote! 🍁🎃🌻

Students and staff from Gier Elementary School, Davis Intermediate School, and Hillsdale Jr./Sr. High School have brought festive fall spirit to our community! Their creative scarecrows are on display throughout Downtown Hillsdale now through November 6.

The Downtown Scarecrow Project was truly a team effort!
- Students in the HACC Construction Trades Program built the scarecrow bases and filled the sandbags.
- Students and staff from local schools designed and assembled the scarecrows.
- The HCS maintenance team placed the scarecrows throughout downtown.
- The Hillsdale County Community Foundation proudly sponsored the project!

JOIN THE FALL FUN & CAST YOUR VOTE! 🎃
Visit Downtown Hillsdale to see the scarecrows in person, or scroll through the photos in this post to vote for your favorite! To vote, simply like the photo of your favorite scarecrow! Be sure to like the individual photo, not just the overall post.
Voting closes October 31 at midnight!

Each photo includes the name of the downtown business where it's located!

Let the voting begin! Get to liking, and happy fall, Hillsdale County! 💛

Address

2 S Howell Street
Hillsdale, MI
49242

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Friday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15174395101

Website

http://www.abouthccf.org/

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