Patagonia Corporate Grant

March 29, 2022Posted inGeneral/Foundation Grants, Industry-Specific Grants
Funding focuses on organizations that have or can create a strong base of support. Because they're a privately held company, they have the freedom to fund risk-taking, off-the-beaten-track groups, and that’s where they believe their small grants are most effective. They accept one proposal per group in a given fiscal year (May 1–April 30), with deadlines varying from program to program. The typical grant size also varies from program to program, but generally ranges between $5,000 and $20,000. All grant proposals that are successfully submitted to the appropriate program are reviewed by their Grants Councils within six months of the deadline.…

Halstead Grant

March 21, 2022Posted inIndustry-Specific Grants, Start Up
The Halstead Grant is an annual award for emerging silver jewelry artists. Applicants submit answers to 15 business questions in addition to their design portfolios. The experience is designed to help jewelry entrepreneurs create a strategy to kick-start their careers. The grand prize is a $7,500 cash grant plus other benefits. The deadline is August 1st each year. I am not sure if you would consider my business to be started within the last five years. What are the criteria for this qualification? In general, we identify your starting point as the time when you started selling your jewelry for…

1MBB Operation Hope

March 15, 2022Posted inMinority/Women Owned
HOPE has set a goal of creating 1 million Black-owned businesses by the year 2030 and has provided a suit of services valued at $25,000 to each program participant. With access to Shopify’s robust e-commerce platform, personalized coaching, and training modules, Black business owners will be prepared with the knowledge and tools needed to increase wealth and provide impact to their communities. To join 1MBB or to become an organizational partner, visit www.hope1mbb.org. Great for future or current business owners: If you have dreamed about starting a Black business, or are a Black business owner, we can provide you with guidance…

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

March 8, 2022Posted inGeneral/Foundation Grants, Industry-Specific Grants
The purpose of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. Specialty crops are defined as “fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture).” The agency, commission, or department responsible for agriculture within any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is eligible to apply directly to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for grant funds. Organizations or individuals interested in the SCBGP should contact their state department of…

Growing MI Business Grant Program

March 1, 2022Posted inGovernment Grant
Just opened March 1, 2022 Eligible BusinessesIn order to be eligible to apply for business resources you must be one of the followingbusiness types listed below and not tax exempt, and not a government entity. Entertainment venues (includes the following): AuditoriumArenaBanquet HallCinemaConcert HallConference CenterPerfomrance VenueSporting VenueStadiumTheater Recreation Facility or Public Place of Amusement (includes the following): Amusement parkArcadeBingo hallBowling aleyCasinoNightclubSkating rinkWater parkTrampoline parkCosmetology or Barber Service*Exercice Facility/Gym*Food Service Establishment*Nursery Dealer or Grower*Athletic Trainer*Body Art Facility*Hotel or Bed & Breakfast* *Detailed definitions related to all eligible business categories and additional eligibility requirements canbe found at www.michigan.gov/abr Information RequirementsBusinesses will need to…