Chelsea Community Foundation

Supporting All Things Chelsea

For decades, The Chelsea Community Foundation has supported “all things Chelsea” – the important community work that goes into making Chelsea, Michigan, the strong, vibrant, special community that it is.

The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) is a permanent charitable endowment with assets in excess of $2.7 million. The endowment has been built through gifts from families, individuals, and businesses. CCF is guided by Chelsea civic leaders who care deeply about the community. To-date, more than $2 million has been awarded to local nonprofits to address emerging community needs and opportunities. CCF is an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.

2026 Grant Application Closed

The next grant application deadline - December 4, 2026, at 5 p.m.

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Vision

To create permanent positive change in people’s lives in the Chelsea School District

Mission

The Chelsea Community Foundation supports all things Chelsea - the important work that goes into making Chelsea a strong, vibrant, and welcoming community.

Discover the essence of Chelsea Community Foundation in this video—a glimpse into our impactful initiatives and the positive change we're fostering in the community.

$91,800 Awarded in Grants to Strengthen the Chelsea Community

The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) is pleased to announce $91,800 in grants to seven local nonprofit organizations through its 2026 grant cycle. This year’s recipients represent projects that strengthen the Chelsea community through CCF’s four key areas of impact: Arts & Culture; Health, Wellness & Aging; Trails, Parks & Transportation; and Youth & Education. Together, […]

Celebrating the Donors Who Support the Chelsea Community Foundation

Here is a list of our generous donors whose support advances the mission of the Chelsea Community Foundation and strengthens our community. You can also view the list in PDF format here