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Helping Michigan communities learn, prepare, and prosper.

The Better Business Bureau® of Michigan Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to consumer and business education, fraud prevention, and programs that strengthen trust throughout the communities we serve.

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Students & future leaders

Scholarships, financial literacy, and educational opportunities.

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Consumers & communities

Fraud prevention, scam awareness, and marketplace education.

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Businesses & nonprofits

Educational resources and programs supporting trustworthy organizations.

Educational Foundation Fundraising Initiatives

BBB® of Michigan educational foundation events

Foundation events bring businesses, community partners, and supporters together while helping fund educational programs throughout Michigan.

Educational programs & presentations

Bring BBB education directly to your school, business, nonprofit or community organization.

Recognition & Scholarships

Investing in Michigan’s future leaders

The BBB® of Michigan Educational Foundation supports emerging leaders through scholarships that recognize character, ethics, ambition, and career readiness.

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BBB Trust Award Scholarship

Recognizing high school seniors who demonstrate trust, ethical leadership, and a commitment to their future.

Explore The BBB Trust Award
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BBB Skilled Trades Scholarship

Supporting young adults entering skilled-trades careers with BBB Accredited Businesses by helping offset the cost of tools, equipment, and other career essentials.

Explore our Skilled Trades Scholarship
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FREE Educational Foundation Presentations

These presentations will provide examples of common scams affecting our community and give you tools to spot them and avoid becoming a victim of financial fraud.

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Education in action across Michigan

10K

Nearly 10,000 guests attended our free community presentations

Source(Jan. 1 - Sept. 30, 2026)

28.5k

Students reached by BBB ScamBusters® since inception.

SourceBetter Business Bureau® of Michigan

59

Nearly 27 college and 32 trade scholarships given to young people since 2020

SourceBetter Business Bureau®

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