The Commission may wish to pursue an agreement with the surrounding municipalities to create a broader funding base. Creation of a regional authority could assist in this goal. Community Development Block Grant . Michigan Equity Grant Program . Eligible project categories include cultural institutions, historical projects, zoos, convention facilities, tourism facilities, and libraries.
Priority is given to projects that leverage additional public or private investment.
The Equity Grant Program is administered by the Michigan State Department of Commerce. Funding for this program has been limited in recent years because of the State's budget constraints. Businesses, corporations, private clubs, and community organizations will often contribute to recreation and other improvement programs to benefit the communities in which they are located. Private sector contributions may be in the form of monetary contributions, the donation of land, the provision of volunteer services, or the contribution of equipment or facilities. A foundation is a special non-profit legal entity that is established as a mechanism through which land, cash, and securities can be donated for the benefit of parks and recreation services.