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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 »


Flower Bed

Help Beautify Downtown with TARP!

Calling all gardening enthusiasts! The TARP Beautification Committee is gearing up to spruce up downtown Thompsonville, and they need your help! Mark your calendars: • Flower Bed Clean Up: May 29th, 8:00 AM (Rain Date: May 30th) • Flower Planting: June 3rd, 8:00 AM (Rain Date: June 4th) Join the… Read More »


Village of Thompsonville Historical Marker

TARP Applies for Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant

On April 1, the Village of Thompsonville, in collaboration with the Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project (TARP), applied for a Michigan DNR Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant. This fund provides grants to local units of government and to the state for acquisition and development of lands and facilities for outdoor recreation… Read More »


Grant money

Recent Grants Received

On January 24, 2024, TARP was awarded a $25,000 grant from the Art and Mary Schmuckal Family Foundation.    On February 2, 2024, Eugene Allen, representing the Village of Thompsonville and Chuck Kraus, representing TARP, were present at The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians 2% grant award… Read More »


Application

DNR Trust Fund Application

TARP is currently in the process of completing a DNR Trust Fund application for the Thompsonville Junction Trailhead, Visitor’s Center, and George C. Sharp Campground Improvements Project. Letters of support from the general public would be greatly appreciated, particularly if the writer would indicate how they would personally use or… Read More »


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Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project
P.O. Box 522
Thompsonville, MI 49683

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