# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Grant Readiness Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: What?
​This grant ​readiness ​w​orkshop equips ​rural organizations with tools and insights to compete for funding. Participants will learn what it means to be truly ​"​grant ready​", explore key funding opportunities for rural areas, and understand how to align local priorities with available resources. The session also provides practical guidance on developing strong, fundable projects​- from identifying needs and defining outcomes while discussing common components of grants. Breakout sessions will support project concept brainstorming and development.

Why?
Grow Benzie incubates prosperity by providing shared services and physical infrastructure to help local nonprofits, collaborative bodies, and small businesses thrive. Grow Benzie was awarded a Rural Readiness Grant by the MI Office of Rural Prosperity to provide grant writing support to local organizations in 2026-27 in partnership with the Community Development Firm Lionbear Ventures.

Who?
All experience levels are welcome.
RSVPs encouraged, not required: https://qrco.de/bgptti

When?
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
1pm-3pm

How much?
Free
RSVPs encouraged, not required: https://qrco.de/bgptti

Where? 
Grow Benzie Event Center
5885 Frankfort Hwy
Benzonia, MI 49616
*** 1 mile west of stoplight in Benzonia
*** 5 miles east of Frankfort
*** 20 miles west of Interlochen
*** 30 miles north of Manistee

Questions?
Call 231-882-9510 or info@GrowBenzie.org
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/benzonia/grant-readiness-workshop/200030159594305
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Benzonia
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 5885 Frankfort Hwy (M-115), Benzonia, MI, United States, Michigan 49616
- **lat**: 44.63074
- **long**: -86.12216
- **full address**: 5885 Frankfort Hwy (M-115), Benzonia, MI, United States, Michigan 49616

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Grant Readiness Workshop being held?
  - **A:** Grant Readiness Workshop takes place on Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 5885 Frankfort Hwy (M-115), Benzonia, MI, United States, Michigan 49616.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Grant Readiness Workshop?
  - **A:** Grant Readiness Workshop is organized by Grow Benzie.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Grant Readiness Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Benzonia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Grant Readiness Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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