Rotary Charities

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For CHANGE

Supporting Thriving Communities in Northern Michigan

Rooted in Northern Michigan, Rotary Charities is a place-based partner committed to supporting the conditions people and the environment need to thrive.

Working in partnership with changemakers, Rotary Charities provides funding, learning, and connections to address our region’s complex problems and create community assets for all.

Our Work

FUNDING THRIVING COMMUNITIES

We strive for our funding to be a catalyst for positive change by supporting projects that address community needs and create lasting impacts, including program and infrastructure development, systems change initiatives, planning and pilot projects, urgent community needs, and more.

Learn About Our Grants

LEARNING TOGETHER

We're more than just funders—we're partners in learning. With leadership programs, consultant support, and peer learning opportunities, we equip individuals and organizations to grow their skills and amplify their impact.

Explore our Learning Opportunities and find out how we can support your journey of growth.

Learning Opportunities

CONNECTING CHANGEMAKERS

We connect those who are striving to make a difference. By providing opportunities to collaborate, share experiences, and engage with others across the region, Rotary Charities fosters a network of changemakers working for collective well-being. Discover events, resources, and connections that will help you do your best work.

Connection Opportunities

PURPOSE-DRIVEN CAREERS

Our Regional Jobs Board serves as a trusted resource for both job seekers and organizations across Northern Michigan. By highlighting openings in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors, we strive to foster meaningful connections that help strengthen local organizations and advance changemakers’ economic well-being.

Major Gift Officer
Interlochen Center for the Arts
Executive Assistant, Philanthropy and Engagement (Year-Round)
Interlochen Center for the Arts
Project Manager
Traverse City Light & Power

WALKING ALONGSIDE
Changemakers

This year reminded us that resilience grows through relationships. Across the region, changemakers worked to meet urgent needs while building conditions for long-term impact, facing hard truths together, and finding strength in shared purpose.

At Rotary Charities, we continue to learn what it means to walk alongside changemakers. Our role is to listen, connect, and invest in the people and partnerships that strengthen communities.

Explore our 2024-2025 Annual Report to see how collaboration, adaptability, and shared leadership are shaping our region.

Read the Report

Since 1977, Rotary Charities has granted over $76 million to support nonprofits, municipalities, school districts, networks, and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, investing in resilient and thriving communities across Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Grand Traverse, and Leelanau counties.

Our grants have empowered local leaders, strengthened essential infrastructure, and launched numerous initiatives addressing critical needs, ranging from healthcare access and educational programs to environmental conservation and local economic development.

By investing in innovative projects and collaborative solutions, we aim to create sustainable, long-term progress across the region.