DTE Energy Foundation invites community transformation-focused nonprofits to apply for $150K in grant support
March 01 2024 - 12:24PM
The DTE Energy Foundation today invited Michigan nonprofits that
serve local communities to submit Letters of Intent for a chance to
be selected for a grant that will support community transformation
efforts. The DTE Foundation will provide up to $150,000 to be
shared across two or more Michigan nonprofits focused on local,
community transformation and revitalization.
Letters of Intent will be accepted now through 5 p.m. on
Wednesday, May 1. Nonprofit organizations interested in applying
can do so at the link here. The winning nonprofits will be notified
by Friday, Oct. 4.
“Community Transformation is a key focus of the DTE Foundation,
and we understand each city in Michigan has needs specific to
residents and their location,” said Rodney Cole, president, DTE
Foundation. “That’s why it’s important for us to hear from
the nonprofit applicants, ensuring we support their unique mission
and community needs. “
The DTE Foundation transforms lives by helping area communities
renew, refresh, or create community space, restore safety, beautify
blocks, and increase community health and well-being. It focuses on
community spaces, safety and security, and community
development.
Grants will be considered when meeting the following
criteria:
- Applicants must be legally established 501(c)(3) public
charities by the Internal Revenue Service and have the capacity to
directly receive and manage the grant to be eligible.
- Fiduciary, fiscal sponsor payment arrangements and Type III
supporting organizations are not eligible.
- The organization must be located in and directly benefit a
project in Michigan.
- The DTE Foundation must be the majority contributor to the
overall project.
- Submitted projects cannot be energy-related in any way.
- The organization must provide a long-term sustainability plan
for any future needs of the project.
- The grantee must provide an annual report detailing the
community impact of the grant.
- The organization must be willing to fulfill press release and
grant presentation requests.
About the DTE Energy FoundationThe DTE Foundation is the
philanthropic arm of DTE Energy, continuing the legacy of community
support and involvement of its electric and natural gas utilities,
which serve 2.3 million electric customers in Southeast Michigan
and 1.3 million natural gas customers in Michigan. In 2023, the DTE
Energy Foundation provided more than $17 million in grant support
to nearly 300 nonprofits where the company has a business presence
with a focus on driving positive, meaningful change in key areas
like jobs, equity, human needs and the environment. As one of
Michigan's leading corporate citizens, DTE aspires not only to be
the best in the world, but the best for the world, serving as a
force for growth and prosperity in the communities across Michigan.
Visit DTEFoundation.com to learn more.
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Joelle Kruczek
DTE Energy Foundation
313-235-5555
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