Good news for Michigan nonprofit organizations working on postpartum depression (PPD) education and referrals.

The state's Blue Cross/Blue Shield is accepting applicants for grant funding, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to expand new and existing programs. Since 2001, the company has awarded annual grants to spur early detection and treatment of depression among older adults, teens and new mothers. In 2005, 17 ongoing grants were awarded and are expected to help up to 15,000 Michigan residents.

The deadline to apply for a grant is right around the corner - August 4, 2006.

For more about this opportunity, read the full press release here. To submit your grant proposal, click here.