Using the Grant Portal

goApply

We've created tutorials on how to navigate our updated grant portal, including how to create an account, how to review your organization profile and how to apply for a grant.

Click here for a comprehensive instruction manual and view the videos below if you prefer to follow along with a staff member walking you through the steps. For any technical questions not covered here, please email GrantSupport@GRFoundation.org

Grant Portal Instructions Visit the Grant Portal
Sign in

Create a new account (Do this first!): Each organization must set up an account in our new grant portal the first time you apply for a grant since the launch of our new grant portal in August 2024 (even if you have previously applied for a grant from Grand Rapids Community Foundation). This video shows you how to complete the process!

How to apply

How to apply for a grant: A tutorial on how to navigate our goApply grant application portal. The tutorial shows you how to explore current grant opportunities, how to preview the questions for each application and how to submit your application.

Org profile

How to Update Organization Profile: A tutorial on how to update information about your organization, such as address, board members, contact and more. This should be reviewed when you are getting ready to submit an application to any fund held at Grand Rapids Community Foundation.