OpenPrivate program

Hometown Hope Nonprofit Media Grant

Lenawee Multimedia Network (WLEN 103.9, Q95 Country, 96.5 The Cave, Lenawee TV)Closes Nov 30, 2026(45 days left)

Summary

Nonprofits and 501(c)(3)s serving Lenawee County, Michigan can apply by Nov. 30, 2026 for a free month-long radio, TV, digital and social media campaign (150 on-air spots, interviews, video) worth over $5,000 on WLEN and sister stations. 12 groups chosen, one per month. In-kind, not cash.

About this grant

Hometown Hope gives free advertising and media support to nonprofits serving Lenawee County, Michigan. One organization is picked each month for a month-long campaign worth more than $5,000, including 150 on-air announcements, live interviews, digital and social promotion, video features and live remotes on Lenawee Multimedia Network stations. Applications are open through November 30, 2026.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

Nonprofit groups, civic organizations, church-based charities and other verified 501(c)(3) organizations

Must serve Lenawee County, Michigan

Twelve organizations are selected, one featured each month

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • In kind
  • Advertising
  • Marketing

Money can be used for

  • Advertising
  • Marketing

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