Evergreene Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various community initiatives in Southwest Michigan. Its mission focuses on enhancing community development, education, and cultural preservation, with a strong emphasis on assisting local libraries, historical societies, and organizations that provide human services. The foundation primarily serves nonprofit organizations that address community needs, including those related to education, arts and culture, and social services. Through its funding, it aims to foster a vibrant and supportive environment for residents in the region.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized nonprofits based in southwest Michigan that provide community services (libraries, local history/culture, food pantries, arts, education, or basic human services).
Good Fit
- • Located in SW Michigan or serving local Michigan communities
- • Seeking modest project or operating support in the $1k–$5k range
- • Established local presence or prior relationship with foundation directors
- • Programs that clearly benefit small towns, libraries, historical societies, or basic human services
Geography
Observed grants are overwhelmingly concentrated in Michigan (about 99% of dollars) with only minimal out-of-state giving; the footprint is effectively local to SW Michigan.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 36–37 distinct recipients each year in the observed period, with many independent local charities represented rather than a single dominant beneficiary.
New Applicants
Across three years the foundation showed some turnover (2 new recipients in 2023 and 5 in 2024) and maintains a visible application route (application instructions plus a mailed/phone contact), which together suggest unfamiliar local organizations can gain entry.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
