The Hillsdale County Community Foundation aims to make a powerful, positive difference in the community. With the administration of over 100 funds, the foundation focuses on improving the quality of life for the citizens of Hillsdale County through various categories such as education, fine arts, social services, community development, recreation, environmental issues, health, and wellness. The foundation seeks to fund projects and initiatives that address community needs, promote wellness, and benefit a wide range of residents.
The grant program, facilitated by the HCCF YOUTH Council, is designed to support projects that benefit young individuals under 21 in Hillsdale County across various domains: education, fine arts, social services, community development, recreation, environmental issues, health and wellness. Specifically, it seeks to fund initiatives that demonstrate innovative approaches to addressing community needs and problems, with the aim of improving the quality of life for Hillsdale County's youth. Funding for these projects comes from the Kellogg Youth Advisory Fund, an endowment within the Foundation made possible by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. This grant program is guided by ongoing research into the assets, needs, and concerns of the area's young population, ensuring that the projects funded are aligned with identified opportunities for making a substantive impact.