Student Scholarships
AAACF's 2026 Scholarship Portal is now closed with the exception of the Robert E. Newsted Memorial Scholarship - due March 4, 2026 and the Sara Marie Diepenhorst Memorial Scholarship - due May 16, 2026.
Areas of Impact
We help you make a meaningful impact in the areas you are passionate about. Whether your philanthropic goals are centered around a specific community, such as Ypsilanti or Dexter, or you want to address a certain need throughout our county, such as aging justice or racial equity, we are here to be your partner in making that impact happen in our community.
Leveraging Knowledge
At AAACF, we believe in the power of leveraging knowledge to drive positive change in our communities. Through these resources, we hope to connect you with the data that you are seeking and amplify the positive contributions you are making in Washtenaw County.
February 16, 2026
Strong communities don’t happen by accident; they grow through intentional leadership, collaboration, and the seeds we plant together. AAACF is proud to support an event that brings these values to life.
February 12, 2026
With support from AAACF, Dzanc House creates inclusive spaces where young people explore literacy, creativity, and leadership through writing, art, and shared community experiences.
February 06, 2026
From early story circles in Ypsilanti to college campuses across the country, reading is opening doors to possibility. Learn how AAACF’s support of Our Community Reads is helping young people dream big - while connecting early literacy to long-term educational opportunity through the Community Scholarship Program (CSP).
AAACF's 2026 Scholarship Portal is now closed with the exception of the Robert E. Newsted Memorial Scholarship - due March 4, 2026 and the Sara Marie Diepenhorst Memorial Scholarship - due May 16, 2026.
