Building a vibrant community

We're actively working toward affordable and attainable housing solutions in our community.

We're Hiring!

The Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation is looking for a full-time Director of Communications and Donor Engagement (DCDE). The DCDE is the key storyteller for the Community Foundation to multiple audiences. This leadership position will develop and lead a comprehensive communications and development plan to meet the Mission, Strategic Plan and growth of the Community Foundation.

We’re a connector, partner, collaborator and resource to fuel the power of community for the greater good.

Since 1992, the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation has helped generous donors and innovative nonprofits come together to create positive change in Emmet County.

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We value the opportunity to partner with your organization on this work to improve the community we all treasure.

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Apply for a Scholarship

Our scholarship program exists to lessen the financial burden for students who are continuing their education.

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Learn how to Donate

Support the causes that are meaningful to you with a gift to the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation.

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Investing in Housing in Emmet County

Attainable housing continues to be a critical issue we’re dedicated to solving.

Continuing our commitment to housing, the Community Foundation purchased the former Hankey Lumber parcel in Petoskey in May 2022. With the property preserved for workforce housing, the Community Foundation continues to work alongside Haan Development of Harbor Springs and Northern Homes Community Development Corporation to advance the 60-apartment Lofts at Lumber Square development, set to begin construction in early 2024.

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Our Strategic Initiatives

Housing

We’re actively working toward affordable and attainable housing solutions in our community.

Child Care

We’re supporting community partners in creating sustainable child care solutions for local families.

Local Food

Our early investments in local food initiatives have helped grow today’s vibrant local food system.

Clean Energy

We continue to support clean energy initiatives throughout Emmet County.

Legacies at Work

Generosity through planned giving helps us build a stronger community.

These charitable-minded folks, while no longer with us, continue to have a major impact through the legacies they started as members of the John S. Clark Legacy Society.  Twenty-seven funds with a current asset value of over $14.6 million dollars, are hard at work making a difference in Emmet County.

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The Latest News at The Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

Read our most recent news including grant announcements, upcoming events and what we’re working on most immediately. Be sure to check out other updates via our Instagram feed. There are always interesting things happening in our community.

We're Hiring!

The Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation is looking for a full-time Director of Communications and Donor Engagement (DCDE). The DCDE is the key storyteller for the Community Foundation to…

NCMC Child Care Initiative receives key funding

North Central Michigan College’s Child Care Initiative (CCI), which is leading the development of a sustainable, community-centered child care system in Emmet County, will enter its second phase with…

Fall 2023 Grants Awarded

The Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation is awarding $225,980 in grants as part of its Fall 2023 grant cycle. A total of 28 organizations including nonprofit organizations, educational…

Celebrating National Community Foundation Week, November 12-18

As part of marking National Community Foundation Week (Nov. 12-18), your local community foundations are sharing our pride in the impact we have on the people of Charlevoix and Emmet counties. The…

Fall 2023 grant cycle now open for inquiries

The Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life for all people in Emmet County. As a place-based grantmaker, the Community Foundation is committed to making…

2023 Annual Meeting

To celebrate our lasting community impact, the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation recently shared updates on local housing solutions and elected a slate of directors for the coming…