Traverse City Light & Power Community Investment Fund Awardee
April 29, 2026
Contact: Hannah Duell, Communications Specialist, (231) 932-4544, hduell@tclp.org
Traverse City, MI.– Traverse City Light and Power (TCLP) awards one local agencies funds from the TCLP Community Investment Program. This year’s Community Investment Program awardee is TART Trails. The following submission was approved at the Tuesday, April 14, 2026, TCLP Board meeting:
- TART Trails – request in the amount of $7,500 to support the launch of their TrailWise initiative, with the goal of building a sustainable, bicycle and trail-friendly community.
“We are proud to support projects that advance clean energy, innovation, and environmental stewardship,” said Elysha Davila, Chairperson of the Community Investment Fund (CIF) Ad Hoc Committee. “Through the Community Investment Fund, we invest in initiatives that deliver direct benefits to our customers and strengthen the communities we serve.”
“Investing in projects like TrailWise reflects our commitment to supporting initiatives that enhance quality of life, promote environmental stewardship, and deliver meaningful value to our customers,” said Brandie Ekren, Executive Director of TCLP. “We’re proud to partner with organizations like TART Trails that are helping build a more sustainable and connected community.”
The Community Investment Fund assists non-profit organizations, focusing on three key areas: Community Development, Energy-Related Educational Programs, and Natural Resources/Environment. To learn more about the CIF visit our website at www.tclp.org/community-investment-fund/. Grant applications are accepted two times per year from the period of May 1 – July 31 and from November 1 – January 31.
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About Traverse City Light and Power
Serving the community for over a century, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP) is a municipally owned utility providing electric and telecommunication services to Traverse City and the surrounding areas. Guided by its mission to deliver affordable, reliable, and sustainable services, TCLP’s vision is to be a trusted partner in powering a sustainable and connected community. The utility’s Strategic Plan focuses on six priorities: Community Enrichment, Employee Excellence, Customer Experience, Operational & Financial Excellence, Technology Transition, and Environmental Sustainability.
For more information on TCLP and its commitment to reliability, visit www.tclp.org