MI Match on Main
MI Economic Development Corporation
About the Grant
Match on Main is a reimbursement grant program provided by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). It supports new or expanding place-based businesses by offering up to $25,000 in funding through an application submitted, administered, and managed by the local unit of government, downtown development authority, or other downtown management or community development organization where the business is located.
Notes
While this is a statewide grant, awards are administered through local government entities. In addition to the primary link above, reach out to you local town, city, or county for further details on how to apply.
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