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Capital Access Program Information for Small Businesses

The Capital Access Program supports Michigan's small businesses by working directly with lending institutions who in turn provide traditional financing to small businesses.

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Capital Access Program Information for Lenders

MEDC works directly with lenders and provides upfront financing support so they can provide traditional loans to small businesses they otherwise would not be able to provide.

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Equity Funding Programs

MEDC partners with and supports a variety of capital providers, venture capitalists, banks and other lending institutions that can help your business grow and succeed.

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SSBCI Update:

The Michigan Strategic Fund is expected to receive the first round of the SSBCI funding in the next 30 to 60 days. Lenders interested in supporting borrowers through the collateral support and loan participation program may begin contacting MEDC Capital Access immediately at businessloans@michigan.org. CDFIs and small business lenders seeking support through the loan guarantee support may also begin contacting MEDC Capital Access. MEDC is anticipated to announce an open application to venture capital funds this summer. Small businesses seeking new financing should contact their local bank, credit union, or CDFI to discuss possible financing including SSBCI support.

Success Story

Superior Foods Company

Grand Rapids-based wholesale processor and food distributor, Superior Foods, builds on decades of success and grows through pandemic with support from MEDC’s Collateral Support program.

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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.

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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.

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Export and International Trade Program

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

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Mobility and Electrification Services

Programs and services are available to support global mobility and electrification companies, as well as grants for testing mobility technologies in Michigan and at our state-of-the-art testing facilities.

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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.

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Government Contracting & Bid Targeting

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

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Defense Industry Connections

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

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