Grants to Individuals to start or grow a small business including grants for women, minorities and veterans.
Grants and in-kind support to USA start-up business ventures led by military veterans. The purpose of this program is to help veteran entrepreneurs successfully build their businesses. In addition to funding, businesses will receive support in strategic planning, opera...
In-kind support to Michigan entrepreneurs and businesses in eligible regions that support their local communities. Successful applicants will have use of equipment and space to temporarily display and sell their wares at a local sports event. Vendors can make their pro...
Grants of up to $16,000 to Michigan qualifying rental property owners and homeowners for activities to correct hazards caused by lead-based paint in homes in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support repairs such as window replacements, vinyl siding, fresh pai...
Opportunity for Michigan small food businesses in eligible regions to receive access to business development tools. Successful applicants will receive access to a kitchen space, monetary support, coaching, marketing assistance, and funding. Eligible applicants are thos...
Grants and in-kind support to Michigan small businesses in eligible regions to mitigate the negative economic impacts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Successful applicants will receive business coaching from a dedicated business consultant and services from loc...
Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small businesses owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ses...
Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individuals for initiatives that address global challenges. Funding is intended for innovative ideas that are in the early stages of development and that have the poten...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International companies and entities for projects to develop or demonstrate innovative clean energy technologies. Funding is intended to help develop technologies that have the potential to displace carbon-intensive technologies. The purpose ...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to develop clean energy technologies. The purpose of the program is to advance key technologies that will help achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The program is intended for early-stage entrepreneurs, includi...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, and individuals for projects related to cybersecurity. Funding is intended to develop cybersecurity capabilities powered by artificial intelligence. Priority will be given to projects that incorporate ...
Opportunity for USA veterans and family members of veterans to participate in a business development program. The program is open to veterans and their immediate family members at any stage of their business development. Successful applicants will receive assistance in...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and consortia for the construction of commercial facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is to enhance the natio...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education to provide professional research opportunities to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Applicants are advised that required regis...
Loans to USA farmers and ranchers to start, maintain, or develop agricultural business operations. Loans are available for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to farm ownership, operating funds, and conservation funds. Some loans are available for socially...
Grants to USA qualifying state and local associations for disaster relief. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to address housing-related concerns in communities following the declaration of a major disaster by local, s...
Financial assistance to USA pharmacy owners to repair pharmacies following a disaster. Funding is intended to repair community pharmacies in the wake of illnesses, accidents, disasters, and other unfortunate circumstances. Applicants do not need to be members of the fu...
Grants to Michigan food and agriculture processing businesses for wastewater-related projects. Funding is intended to assist companies in the food and agriculture sector in complying with wastewater regulations. Grants can be used to help the applicant obtain a permit ...
Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $2,500 to USA and Canada businesses and individuals in the rental sector for assistance in the wake of a disaster. Funding is intended to provide support after natural disasters that significantly impacted rental operations, e...
Grants of up to $7,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories government and tribal agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, faith-based entities, workforce agencies, and veterans service organizations for events and programs that benefit vet...
Grants of $1,000 to USA women entrepreneurs from BIPOC communities for business needs. Previous recipients have used their grants to purchase equipment, software, and computers, and for services like marketing and website creation. Businesses must be 51% owned by women...
Grants of $2,500 to USA women of color entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. Funding is intended to equip these businesses with the assets they need to compete in the modern marketplace. When it comes to financial backing, women of color business owners are...
Grants to Michigan government agencies, railroads, and rail customers for projects to enhance the state's rail system. Funding is intended for labor, equipment, and materials related to the rehabilitation and installation of rail customer infrastructure. The goal of th...
Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International businesses, startups, and fintechs to help them streamline and upgrade their payment systems. In addition to monetary support, companies will receive mentorship, marketing support, and the use of the funding ...
Grants of up to $2,000 to USA small back-owned businesses for financial support and growth. Funding is intended to help strengthen these brick-and-mortar businesses and thereby promote diversity in the American business environment. Grantees can use the funds for salar...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and Puerto Rico BIPOC-owned businesses to assist with financial emergencies. Funding is intended to help alleviate the burden of unexpected financial needs caused by natural disaster, equipment repair, theft, vandalism, and other criminal ...
Grants to USA academic and research institutions, CBOs, direct care providers, and new companies for brain-related research. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to a full application. Funding is intended for science-based, research-oriented projects that a...
Grants and in-kind support to USA BIPOC-led nonprofit organizations and businesses to improve access to interest-free capital. Funding is provided as recoverable grants that are repaid if and when the recipient achieves specific financial milestones. The purpose of the...
Grants to Michigan businesses in eligible locations for interior and exterior property and building improvements. Funding is intended to improve the area, enhance the economic district, and support community development. All projects must be located within the boundari...
Grants and in-kind support to USA BIPOC-led and serving nonprofit and for-profit news organizations for capacity-building activities. Funding is available for general operating support for nonprofit organizations, project support for for-profit organizations, and field...