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The Branch County Community Foundation is proud to announce that in 2026, we are awarding $80,500 in scholarships to students pursuing higher education.

Meet the Newest Addition to the BCCF Team

Grant cycles for each fiscal year are kicked off with the Youth Grant Cycle, which is open for applications during the month of January and is awarded to those projects and programs that support young people and families in Branch County and Colon. Once the grant application process closes on January 31st, YAC members review the applications in February and bring their recommendations for funding recipients to the Branch County Community Foundation board in March. With the 20

Many people want to be thoughtful in their charitable giving, but that doesn’t always make the process easy. In fact, one of the most common challenges donors face is simply feeling confident in their decisions. With so many worthy organizations, urgent needs, and compelling opportunities, it can be difficult to know where to start, or how to know if you’re making the biggest possible impact. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether you’re giving to the “right” organiz

The Branch County Community Foundation is seeking a Program and Communications Officer to support grantmaking, scholarship programs, communications, and administrative operations.

Even if a professional prepares your income tax return, it’s useful to quickly review a few basic rules to pave the way for the conversation about charitable planning, especially in light of key tax law changes effective on January 1, 2026.

Women’s growing control over wealth is fueling transformative potential to reshape philanthropy. According to research-based analysis published in the Stanford Social Innovation Review, over the next decade, trillions of dollars will transfer to women through inheritance, earnings, and outliving male partners in heterosexual couples.

Women are increasingly shaping the future of philanthropy—within families, businesses, and communities. During Women’s History Month, BCCF is happy to help you explore how thoughtful planning can translate your own growing influence and resources into lasting, multi-generational impact.

Women’s growing control over wealth is fueling transformative potential to reshape philanthropy. According to research-based analysis published in the Stanford Social Innovation Review, over the next decade, trillions of dollars will transfer to women through inheritance, earnings, and outliving male partners in heterosexual couples.

These new board members bring a wealth of experience in leadership, education, economics, business, and a shared passion for making a positive impact in our community.

The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) at the Branch County Community Foundation were busy last month completing their first community service project of the year!

Grant applications open January 1st. Get the details below. YAC Grants Grant applications for our Youth Advisory Council grant cycle will be accepted from January 1 through January 31, 2026. YAC is looking to fund programs or projects that align with the needs of youth in our community according to the results of their most recent needs assessment, with the top three concerns being Mental Health, Healthy Relationships, and Substance Abuse resources for the youth in our commun

The Branch County Community Foundation (BCCF) is pleased to announce the opening of its 2025 scholarship application cycle. Beginning December 1, eligible students can apply for more than 30 scholarship opportunities through a single, streamlined application. Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors and current college students who graduated from or reside in Branch County or Colon, Michigan. Applicants must be pursuing a certification, trade school diplom

For more than a century, philanthropic institutions have served as a trusted partner and resource whose effect can be seen in the lives of millions and in the vibrant neighborhoods that continue to thrive through their mission-driven work.

The Branch County Community Foundation (BCCF) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2025 Community Good Grant Cycle! This year, BCCF is proud to award a total of $57,340 to support impactful initiatives throughout Branch County and Colon. These grants were made possible through the generosity of nine different funds at the Community Foundation, with the majority of funding coming from our Forever Fund , BCCF’s unrestricted fund that allows us to respond flexibly t

now is a good time to consider how both long-term and short-term planning can be important components of a comprehensive philanthropic strategy. The community foundation can help!

If education and related causes are important to you, the Branch County Community Foundation (BCCF) can help you explore a variety of meaningful ways to make an impact.

It’s more important than ever to stay informed about how changes in the tax law may affect your charitable giving.

Although tax benefits of charitable giving ebb and flow, your support for our community and the charities you love remains steadfast.

The Branch County Community Foundation is excited to share information about three new funds opened in the spring of 2025!