Grant Opportunities
Current Grant Opportunities
Facade Improvement Grant
This opportunity is exclusively available to businesses located in Clare, Isabella and Osceola County downtown districts and DDAs. Businesses can apply for up to $5,000 in matching funds to support exterior and/or interior improvements. Learn more and apply by February 17th.
Spark Good Local Grants
Apply now and secure funding for your local business ranging from $250 to $5,000. These grants operate on a quarterly cycle. Click here to apply.
SBIR and STTR Programs
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs enable small businesses to explore their technological potential and provide the incentive to profit from its commercialization. Apply today!
The Big Idea Grant
The Big Idea Grant is aimed at providing financial assistance to female entrepreneurs looking to invest in their business or idea. Each month, Yippity Doo will be giving out a $1,000 grant to a deserving woman who is seeking funding for her business or idea. Apply today.
T-Mobile Hometown Grant
T-Mobile is investing $50,000 in projects that are ready to go and focus on technology upgrades, outdoor spaces, the arts, and community centers. These grants operate on a quarterly cycle. Learn more and apply.
The Freed Fellowship $2500 Small Business Grant
Small businesses who are looking for resources, mentorship, and the community they need to build successful companies that make an impact. Learn more and apply today.
STEM Forward
The MEDC is matching up to $3,000 to employers who are hiring full-time STEM-focused interns and $1,500 to part-time. Learn more and apply today.
Business Resources
Yelp Ad Credit
Yelp is offering a $300 ad credit to businesses that join yelp. Go to Yelp for Business: Free and paid advertising solutions for more information.
Grant Searching Tools
MDARD Funding Opportunities
Click here to see a list of all current MDARD Funding Opportunities!
USDA Rural Development Funding Opportunities
Click here to search all Notices of Funding Availability from Rural Development!
Michigan Rural Readiness Program
The Rural Readiness Program is a multi-pronged approach to building capacity and readiness in Michigan’s rural communities through networked support, funding opportunities and leadership development. Visit their website to review resources available.
Grants.gov Grant Search
Grants.gov provides a handy tool to search and filter all federal funding opportunities!
Questions can be directed to the MMDC team at (989) 772-2858.
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