Grants

Grants

The Grants Office at Monroe County Community College leads grant development activities that impact the institution and community and align with the college’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.

The office is the single point of contact for all grant proposal development; all proposals submitted by the college flow through the office.

We are committed to assisting faculty and staff with:

  • Identifying potential grant opportunities to pursue institutional goals
  • Determining the feasibility of grant projects
  • Preparing and submitting competitive proposals
  • Networking with community partners to ensure stakeholder engagement in grant efforts

MCCC has been fortunate in receiving grant awards from the Department of Labor, the Department of Education and the National Science Foundation, as well as state entities, non-profit organizations and private foundations.

Grant Procedures Flowchart               Grant Proposal Planning Form

Recent Grant Awards

Funding Source

Native American Heritage Foundation

Amount

$199,234

Purpose

The project was a partnership between MCCC and the River Raisin National Battlefield Park -- in collaboration with three Native American entities -- to educate the community about the proud history and forcible removal of the Native Nations of Southeast Michigan prior to the War of 1812. The project involved our youth, the community and educators to better understand exactly what occurred on the road to understanding that will lead to reconciliation for the betterment of the community.

Grant Period

2020 to 2022

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Kojo Quartey at (734) 384-4166.

Funding Source

Michigan Community College Association

Amount

$185,200

Purpose

The program is to combat learning loss among recent high school graduates who experienced interruptions to in-person learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Grant Period

2023

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Grace Yackee at (734) 384-4221.

Funding Source

Department of Labor

Amount

$280,000

Purpose

The project is formally titled "Advance Michigan Center for Apprenticeship Innovation Pre-Apprenticeship Training Academy," and its purpose is to expand and modernize registered apprenticeships for underrepresented populations and underserved communities, thereby connecting them to good jobs and careers in priority industry sectors impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This $5,820,000 project is spearheaded by the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance/Workforce Intelligence Network in concert with six community colleges, Michigan Works! and employers.

Grant Period

2022 to 2026

More Info

For more information, contact Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar at (734) 384-4209.

Funding Source

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

Amount

$21,050

Purpose

The project enabled MCCC to transition from its existing campus sexual assault program to a more comprehensive approach. This approach involved training that combined best practices and evidence-based educational awareness of interactive curricula with a broader campus mobilizing strategy of interpersonal violence prevention focused on bystander intervention to ensure that sexual assaults do not occur on our campus.

Grant Period

2018 to 2019

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Michigan College Access Network

Amount

$120,000

Purpose

This project provided for two college completion coaches to serve students enrolled in the Michigan Reconnect and Futures for Frontliners programs to help them successfully navigate their educational experiences. 

Grant Period

2021 to 2022

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Michigan College Access Network

Amount

$2,500

Purpose

The project provided for a success coach during the COVID-19 pandemic who supported students with one-on-one, personalized relationships, enabling them to continue studying in college and ensuring their emotional wellbeing during difficult times.

Grant Period

2020 to 2021

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG)

Amount

$45,000

Purpose

The grant funds are being used to provide programmatic and advocacy support for electric vehicle planning and EV charging infrastructure in Monroe County.

Grant Period

2023 to 2024

More Info

Electric Vehicle Awareness Grant Project Info

Funding Source

Department of Labor

Amount

$250,000

Purpose

The project is to develop comprehensive workforce strategies for preparing middle-skilled to high-skilled H-1B occupations within key sectors -- such as information technology, advanced manufacturing and transportation -- that are being transformed by technological advancements and automation. This $10-million grant is a collaborative partnership over four years with the Workforce Intelligence Network, Southeast Michigan Community Alliance, eight community colleges in Southeast Michigan, nonprofits, Michigan Works! and employers to serve the unemployed, underserved and incumbent workers.

Grant Period

2021 to 2024

More Info

For more information, contact Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar at (734) 384-4209.

Funding Source

Michigan College Access Network

Amount

$18,000

Purpose

This project is to help increase college enrollment through community involvement.

Grant Period

2022 to 2023

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Greater Ann Arbor Region's Prosperity Initiative

Amount

$28,750

Purpose

This project built on an earlier workforce skills development boot camp at MCCC by expanding it and focusing on adult, disadvantaged learners.

Grant Period

2020 to 2021

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity

Amount

$2,000,000

Purpose

The project is to address nursing shortages in Michigan and grow the state’s health care field, which was adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Grant Period

2022 to 2026

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Grace Yackee at (734) 384-4221 or Dr. Kim Lindquist at (734) 384-4101.

Funding Source

Michigan Community College Association

Amount

Free tuition to those admitted.

Purpose

The program covers tuition and fees for corrections officers employed by the Michigan Department of Corrections who are required to complete the 15-credit education requirement.

Grant Period

2023 to 2024

More Info

For more information, contact Dan Wood at (734) 384-4297.

Funding Source

Michigan College Access Network

Amount

$10,000

Purpose

The objective of this project was to close racial equity gaps by increasing access to and success in MCCC's gateway math course. 

Grant Period

2021

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Kevin Cooper at (734) 384-4128.

Funding Source

Department of Labor

Amount

$10,0000

Purpose

The project will serve as an apprenticeship hub for advanced manufacturing to keep pace with technology and the mobility movement, which hinges on cybersecurity. It will meet labor demands and provide certification for middle/high-wage jobs by targeting H-1B occupations. This $4-million grant is a collaborative partnership over four years with seven community colleges in Southeast Michigan, six nonprofits, six Michigan Works!,agencies, a trade association and 16 advanced manufacturing employers to serve the unemployed, underserved and incumbent workers.

Grant Period

2020 to 2024

More Info

For more information, please contact Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar at (734) 384-4209.

 

Funding Source

Department of Labor

Amount

$60,000

Purpose

This provided for the bridging of the skills gap that has continued to grow since the pandemic. The $2-million project involved community colleges, workforce agencies and non-profit partners working collaboratively to upskill unemployed, underemployed and underserved essential workers and adults in need of a high school diploma or equivalency for career mobility. 

Grant Period

2021 & 2022

More Info

For more information, contact Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar at (734) 384-4209.

Funding Source

American Rescue Plan Act

Amount

$7,250

Purpose

This grant is to provide digital resources for the MCCC Library.

Grant Period

2022 to 2023

More Info

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Hartig (734) 384-4162.

Funding Source

Department of Education

Amount

$130,000

Purpose

The project supports the transformative technology advancements for connected automated vehicles, increasing fuel efficiency, minimizing environmental impact and increasing safety. This $5-million grant is a collaborative partnership over five years spearheaded by the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance/Workforce Intelligence Network, eight community colleges in Southeast Michigan, 22 nonprofits, seven MI Works!,agencies and 15 employers.

Grant Period

2021 to 2025

More Info

For more information, contact Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar at (734) 384.4209.

Funding Source

Department of Justice

Amount

$350,000

Purpose

This program is to train the current and next generation of highly skilled public safety officers and paramedics to serve our community and keep us safe via the Multiple Interactive Learning Objectives immersive de-escalation simulation.

Grant Period

2022 to 2024

More Info

For more information, contact Dan Wood at 734.384.4297.

Funding Source

Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity

Amount

$124,517

Purpose

This grant is to provide wraparound support to students in the Michigan Reconnect program. 

Grant Period

2022 to 2023

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens (734) 384-4224.

, Funding Source

DTE Energy Foundation

Amount

$30,000

Purpose

The project provided personalized support services to first-generation, low-income and differently abled students who were studying at the MCCC. The program focused on student success through comprehensive one-on-one counseling services; wrap-around services; academic assistance; tutoring; drop-in assistance, and study and coping skills sessions. The program was a vehicle for improving engagement and the academic climate for these students to ensure student success. 

Grant Period

2018 to 2019

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Detroit Drives Degrees Community College Collaborative (D3C3)

Amount

$60,000

Purpose

This planning grant was awarded to MCCC to work on three clusters -- Student Success, Sector Based Pathways (Mobility) & K-12 Alignment -- that would be evaluated for awarding a larger Ralph Wilson grant.

Grant Period

2022

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Detroit Drives Degrees Community College Collaborative (D3C3)/Ralph Wilson Foundation

Amount

$2,919,499

Purpose

This project is for Student Success, K-12 Alignment and Employer Sector Pathways to Mobility

Grant Period

2022 to 2025

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384.4224.

Funding Source

DTE Energy Foundation

Amount

$300,000

Purpose

This project entailed recruiting and retaining students studying in the STEM -- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math -- disciplines by creating an active learning community to support the successful completion of their educational goals. These goals could be an associate degree or a certification in one of the STEM-related disciplines, entering the workforce or transferring into a baccalaureate program. 

Grant Period

2019 to 2022

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Department of Education

Amount

$1,734,490

Purpose

This project provides for student support services designed to increase retention and academic goal attainment.

Grant Period

2022 to 2027

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Funding Source

Department of Education

Amount

$1,488,005

Purpose

This project provides 62 disadvantaged Airport High School students with the skills and motivation to complete secondary education and guides them on how to enter and succeed in postsecondary education. 

Grant Period

2022 to 2027

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Anthony Quinn at (734) 384-4279.

Funding Source

Department of Education

Amount

$1,488,000

Purpose

The project provides 60 disadvantaged Airport High School students with the skills and motivation to complete secondary education and guides them on how to enter and succeed in postsecondary education. 

 

Grant Period

 

2022 to 2027

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Anthony Quinn at (734) 384-4279.

Funding Source

Department of Education

Amount

$1,444,665

Purpose

The project provides 50 disadvantaged Monroe High School students with the skills and motivation to complete secondary education and guides them on how to enter and succeed in postsecondary education. 

Grant Period

2022 to 2027

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Anthony Quinn at (734) 384-4279.

Funding Source

Fifth Third Bank

Amount

$10,000

Purpose

The project provided tax assistance to underserved residents.

Grant Period

2019

More Info

For more information, contact Parnella Baul at (734) 384-4289.

Funding Source

Greater Ann Arbor Region's Prosperity Initiative

Amount

$15,000

Purpose

The project was a manufacturing boot camp for vulnerable adults that offered crucial foundational skills for success in obtaining a GED and then transitioning to postsecondary education.

Grant Period

2019 to 2020

More Info

For more information, contact Dr. Scott Behrens at (734) 384-4224.

Contact Information

Grants Office

Contact

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