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Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 4 - 6 PM

2026 Annual Community Meeting - Reserve Your Spot!

Be part of an inspiring afternoon where our community comes together to celebrate local impact with food, fun and fellowship as “Together We Grow”, shaping the future of Washtenaw County. Please join us to connect with neighbors, leaders, and change-makers in our community.

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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.

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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.

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Event Announcements

Small Seeds, Mighty Roots: Join AAACF for the 2026 Annual Community Meeting

September 09, 2026

The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) invites residents, nonprofits, donors and community leaders from across Washtenaw County to the 2026 Annual Community Meeting on September 15. Join us for an afternoon of connection, storytelling and reflection as we celebrate 10 years of the Community Scholarship Program, highlight growing partnerships across rural communities and look ahead to the future of community-centered philanthropy.

Grant & Scholarship Announcements

Community Grantmaking

August 23, 2026

The Community Grantmaking Program seeks to increase opportunities for equity in education and to decrease racial and economic inequities throughout Washtenaw County by investing in community-based organizations, capacity-building programs, and other services.

AAACF Updates

Meet Thisali Bandaranayake: AAACF's 2026–2027 Youth Council Trustee

July 15, 2026

Meet Thisali Bandaranayake, AAACF's 2026–2027 Youth Council Board of Trustees Representative. Learn what inspired her to join Youth Council, how the experience has shaped her leadership, and why she believes young people have an important role in strengthening Washtenaw County.

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