NEWS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Amanda Lankerd, CEO
BCAAR ANNOUNCES GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Battle Creek, MI, December 1, 2025 – The Battle Creek Area Association of REALTORS® (BCAAR) is now accepting applications for its Community Grant Program. Applications are available online at
https://bcaar.com/community/#grants and are due by noon on February 2, 2026.
Launched in 2005, the Battle Creek Area Association of REALTORS® Grant Program serves greater Calhoun County residents in the areas of housing, community impact and enhancement, and basic needs. The Association believes in supporting local organizations to make our community a better place to live. In 2025, BCAAR awarded $35,500 to several non-profits, including: Disability Network of Southwest Michigan, Gracious Homes Inc., Habitat for Humanity BC, Haven of Rest Ministries, S.A.F.E. Place, and South Michigan Food Bank. Since its inception, BCAAR has given over $239,500 back to the community.
“Our members are deeply rooted in this community, and their generosity fuels the impact of this grant program,” said Amanda Lankerd, CEO of the Battle Creek Area Association of REALTORS®. “By supporting organizations that meet essential needs and expand access to housing, we’re investing in the long-term well-being of families across Calhoun County.”
The application deadline for the BCAAR Grant Program is Monday, February 2, 2026, at noon. Interested applicants should direct questions about grant proposals to
staff@bcaar.com or 269.962.5193. Applications are available at
https://bcaar.com/community/#grants or visit the BCAAR website at
www.bcaar.com and look under the “Community” tab.
The Battle Creek Area Association of REALTORS®, founded in 1915, is a trade association that empowers REALTORS® and real estate partners by enhancing their proficiency, enforcing ethical standards, and fostering cooperation within the real estate industry. BCAAR provides services to almost 300 members who help people thrive through property ownership.
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