Copper Shores Community Health Foundation has opened the 2025 Volunteer Emergency Services request for proposal. Copper Shores has allocated $50,000 for this grant opportunity, with a maximum award of $5,000 for successful proposals. Applicants must be able to match the requested funding. Applications are due Friday, May 9, 2025.
The foundation strives to enhance well-being in the Copper Country, in-part by supporting local organizations that carry out critical emergency services for residents and visitors. The Volunteer Emergency Services grant supports nonprofit first responders within Copper Shores’ four-county service area - Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties. In previous years, this funding has helped volunteer organizations keep up with the latest training and maintain rescue gear and emergency equipment.
Applications for the RFP are due Friday, May 9. Contact Copper Shores at (906) 523-5920 or info@coppershores.org with any questions or for assistance with the application. Learn more about the granting process at Copper Shores by visiting coppershores.org/grants.