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Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund

Thompsonville Secures MAJOR Grant for Trailhead Project!

The Village of Thompsonville has received exciting news! The Department of Natural Resources has approved the Village’s Trust Fund Grant application for funding of the Trailhead Project in the amount of $276,600. This significant grant award recognizes the hard work and dedication invested in revitalizing our community.  With a strong foundation… Read More »


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TARP Awarded $50,000 Grant from Rotary Charities of Traverse City

Rotary Charities of Traverse City recently announced the recipients of their Fall 2024 Grant Awards, totaling $350,000. We are thrilled to share that the Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project has been awarded a $50,000 grant! This generous support comes from Rotary Charities’ “Assets for Thriving Communities” program, which supports initiatives that… Read More »


Santa riding on a train.

Dear Santa… Our Holiday Wishlist

Dear Santa, The Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project has been very good this year! For your consideration, here is our Holiday Wish List: Accessible Outdoor Grills: We’d love to provide more opportunities for everyone to enjoy our trailhead. 3 handicap-accessible grills would make outdoor cooking a reality for many more people… Read More »


Grant money

Additional Grants and Donations

Great news! The Traverse City Track Club has awarded a $6,000 grant to the Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project, and the Village of Thompsonville has generously donated $2,720 for a bike repair station. These funds will contribute to a healthier, more active community. The Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project is a 501(C)(3)… Read More »


Project Update

Project Update: We’re 75% of the Way There!

We are excited to announce that we have raised $651,550 so far towards our goal of $874,900 for the Thompsonville Junction Trailhead, Visitor’s Center, and the George W. Sharp Campground. This means we are 75% of the way there! We are still accepting donations, so please consider giving today. Every… Read More »


Charles Kraus and Phyllis Kladder with check for $116,000.

Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project Awarded $116,000 Grant!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project (TARP) has been selected as a recipient of the Impact100 Traverse City grant! This incredible award of $116,000 will significantly boost our efforts to transform the Thompsonville community.   Key Project Highlights: Bicycle Trailhead: Expanding outdoor recreational opportunities for residents… Read More »


Impact100 Traverse City Grant Finalists

Exciting News: We’re an Impact100 Traverse City Finalist!

Our organization is thrilled to announce that we’ve been chosen as one of the top four finalists for the Impact100 Traverse City Grant awards! This exciting news was revealed at the Impact100 Meet the Finalists event at Rove Winery on Wednesday, August 28th. Pictured Above: Charles Kraus (left), Colleen Contardi,… Read More »


Welcome to Thompsonville

Welcome Carrie Aldrich to Our Board!

We are thrilled to announce the addition of Carrie Aldrich to our board of directors. Carrie brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to our community that will be invaluable to our organization. Currently serving as the Weldon Township Supervisor, Carrie has a diverse professional background. Her career… Read More »


The Oleson Foundation

$50,000 Grant Award from The Oleson Foundation

Exciting news for the Thompsonville community! The Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project (TARP) received a $50,000 grant from The Oleson Foundation, bringing their vision for improved outdoor spaces in Thompsonville a step closer to reality. This generous contribution will go towards enhancing the Thompsonville Junction Trailhead, Visitor’s Center, and the George… Read More »


Webber Sports Complex

A Recap of TARP’s Beautification Efforts

Spring has sprung in Thompsonville, and the Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project (TARP) has been busy making our downtown area blossom! Let’s take a look back at the recent clean-up initiatives and how you can get involved in future projects. Planting the Seeds of Change The TARP Beautification Committee began with… Read More »


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Thompsonville, MI 49683

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