Next Grant Awards Expected in 2027
Somos Comunidad will accept grant applications in 2027. Updates will be shared when details are confirmed.
Somos Comunidad Fund
Centering community voice
Somos Comunidad Fund was established to support Latinx focused and driven initiatives. Informed by Latinx communities in Kent County, the advisory committee strives to create an adaptable approach to balance support for immediate needs while addressing root causes of inequity. Support this cause today by contributing to Somos Comunidad Fund. Your gift will support the fund's endowment and provide resources for immediate grantmaking. This ensures your giving will help now and in the future.
2024 Grant Awards
Recipient
Amount
Date
Purpose
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Cambiando Vidas Sedientas
$10,000
Dec. 2024
Supporting basketball programming for participants to develop physical abilities, learn the fundamentals of the game, and play in tournaments.
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Code on Wheels
$5,000
Dec. 2024
Code on Wheels Clubs at The Dock Ministries and Godwin Heights offer Latinx youth hands-on coding education, tech skills, and career exploration.
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Diatribe
$8,000
Dec. 2024
Facilitation of Writing to Right Wrongs program at Southwest Middle High School - Academia Bilingüe.
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Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities
$10,000
Dec. 2024
To build environments of curiosity and creativity with our neighbors to cultivate inclusion and justice with a focus on K-12 youth.
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Immigrant Assistance Center of West Michigan
$15,000
Dec. 2024
Pro bono services to clients who would not otherwise be able to afford legal services in the greater West Michigan Community.
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Kent School Services Network
$5,000
Dec. 2024
Establishing the Familia Fund to provide emergency support for families who are undocumented and face significant challenges when trying to access assistance programs.
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Michigan Immigrant Rights Center
$10,000
Dec. 2024
Provide direct immigration legal services that will lead to immigration status for immigrants and farmworkers who are undocumented in Kent County.
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Movimiento Cosecha GR
$10,000
Dec. 2024
To continue supporting the fight for immigrant rights in our community.
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No Surrender Running Club
$8,000
Dec. 2024
Supporting equitable pay for Spanish-speaking coaches, who boost program access and provide safe, inclusive spaces for Latinx youth and families.
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Reyna's Gallery Latino Cultural Art
$11,000
Dec. 2024
Arte, Cultura y Discapacidad GR is an advocacy and arts program designed for Latinx parents with children who have physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
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Roosevelt Park Ministries
$8,000
Dec. 2024
Providing quality, multi-level, in-person, ESL literacy training for Latinx communities in Grand Rapids and neighboring communities.
Our Grantmaking Process
Somos Comunidad Fund accepted applications for funding from community organizations in October 2024. $100,000 was awarded for programming that serves Latinx communities.
In a virtual event, we shared more about the process and recipients, and heard feedback from community members.
Support Us
As an advocate in the community, we need your help to make this happen.
Giving Club
The Somos Comunidad Fund Giving Club is a great way to ensure the sustainability of the fund into the future. Learn more about how donor partners qualify for membership and share your commitment.