Areas of Interest

The fabric of a thriving region is rich in texture and comprised of many individual threads. Economic opportunity and security. Stable families and the support they need to be healthy. A nurturing environment for children. Respect and care for elders, and inclusion of all people. When carefully woven together, each thread helps create a pattern that is seamless and strong.

The Northland Foundation provides resources to programs that value children and families and help the next generation develop into responsible, caring adults; provide individuals and families with the tools to become self-reliant through economic and social justice; and encourage older adults to share their vitality and wisdom.

Tax-exempt nonprofits located in or serving the seven-county Arrowhead Region may apply for grant funding. In order to be considered, projects must address one of the following three priority areas.

• Connecting Kids and Communities/Strengthening Families
• Opportunities for Self-Reliance
• Aging with Independence