Access to Capital with MEDC | Michigan Business

Capital Access

Connecting Businesses with Capital Providers

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Chris Cook

Director, Capital Access

Success Story

Cherry Republic

From selling T-shirts and cookies outside the trunk of a car to becoming a nationally sought-after brand, Cherry Republic has used MEDC's Capital Access programs and has achieved 30+ years of success by thinking “a little differently” than most of Corporate America.

Capital Access Programs

COVID-19 Response Programs

Any business affected by COVID-19 is eligible to receive support through the Capital Access, Collateral Support and Loan Participation programs.

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Debt Funding Programs

MEDC works to increase the availability of capital for companies in Michigan at every stage of development and offers programs to assist companies with debt capital needs.

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Equity Funding Programs

Connect to a variety of capital providers, venture capitalists, banks, and other partners that can expand the reach of your capital and support and every stage of development.

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Get Started

Visit the Initiate Business Retention Training Portal for access to valuable resources to help your business thrive in today’s economy.

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MEDC Services For Your Business

Buyer and Supplier Matchmaking

With access to a vast and diverse supplier network, Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) connects Michigan suppliers of goods and services with local, domestic and global buyers.

Startup and Entrepreneurial Support

No other state in the nation provides the breadth and depth of entrepreneurial support to early-stage and emerging high-tech companies like Michigan.

Export and International Trade Program

Financial assistance is offered to eligible businesses for exporting activities, helping companies access global markets and buyers.

Test and Pilot Mobility Technologies

PlanetM grants and programs are available to support global mobility companies test and pilot their technologies in Michigan or at Michigan’s state-of-the-art testing facilities.

Community Development

MEDC helps to create vibrant and sustainable places to live, work and play by providing economic development services and programs to Michigan communities.

Government Contracting & Bid Targeting

Find and win federal government contracts and receive grant writing assistance.

Defense Industry Connections

When it comes to advancing military defense systems, Michigan ranks high above the rest.

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