Taxation Section accepting applications for grants

The Taxation Section of the State Bar of Michigan is pleased to announce that it will make available funds of up to $1,000 for grants to qualifying organizations that provide taxpayer assistance to low-income individuals.

Organizations seeking a grant should make a proposal to the Taxation Section no later than April 30. The Grant Application Form, formatted as a fillable PDF, is available online at https://connect.michbar.org/tax/home. All grant proposals should include the following information:

• The name, address, and phone number of the applying organization (including the name of a contact person).

• The federal employer identification number of the applying organization.

• A copy of the IRS letter qualifying the applying organization as tax-exempt.

• The amount of funds sought and a detailed description of the proposed project or program, including goals and intended use of the grant funds.

• A description of other potential sources of funds for the proposed project or program.

• Disclosure of any relationship between the applying organization and any current or former member of the Taxation Section Council.

Applications and any questions should be submitted to skopacz@honigman.com.