Opportunity Overview
The Midland Area Youth Action Council offers Youth Philanthropist Mini-Grants to young people who want to make positive change in their communities. The current Foundation page states that requests are reviewed most months during the academic year and are due by day 10 of the applicable review month. No closing clock time or time zone is published.
Funding and Eligibility
Awards are up to $500. All Midland County students in kindergarten through grade 12 are eligible to apply. The youth’s plan must benefit an existing Midland County governmental or educational entity or a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Submission and Requirements
Applications are submitted through the Foundation’s online application link. The public page does not state a mandatory match or cost-share percentage, a separate solicitation number, or a complete attachment checklist. Applicants should verify the current form, review month, required uploads, beneficiary organization, and any school or organizational approvals before submission.
Atlas Strategic Analysis
Atlas Opportunity Score: 55/100. The opportunity has direct Michigan K-12 relevance and supports student-led community projects, but the $500 ceiling limits project scale.
N9+ Fit Score: 0/100. The award ceiling is not appropriate for an N9+ pathway, and Atlas should not force a device use case into a student mini-grant.
Dr. Miltie, LLC direct-applicant status: Not eligible. Applicants are Midland County K-12 students and projects must benefit an eligible local entity.
Outreach Status
Publication is appropriate for the recurring academic-year program. Applicant outreach is held until the specific review month, exact day-10 closing mechanics, and current online application requirements are verified.
Official Source
Midland Area Community Foundation — Apply
Atlas verification date: September 16, 2026.