LANSING - Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II announced four Michigan nonprofit organizations will receive initial awards from the Michigan Innovate Capital Fund (MICF), a new program to continue growing a vibrant and robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in Michigan. “Michigan is home to dreamers, doers, innovators and pioneers pushing the boundaries and building the future,” said Lt.
DETROIT – The DTE Energy Foundation has awarded grants to Michigan-based organizations to spur economic development and job creation across the state. Grant recipients include the Ann Arbor Spark Foundation, Detroit Economic Growth Association, Detroit Regional Partnership, Michigan Economic Development Foundation, Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, The Right Place Foundation and Venture North Funding and Development.
DETROIT - Backstage Detroit, a three-month program designed to give underrepresented founders the support they need to reach the next critical milestone, is hosting its kick off party March 13 at the Lear Innovation center. Backstage, a national program, focuses on funding women and minorities. Companies participating in the Backstage Accelerator will receive $100,000 checks
DETROIT - Detroit has been chosen as one of a handful of cities to host the global pre-accelerator Startup Boost. The free six-week mentorship program is open for applications now through September 26. Each week startups will participate in pitch practices and meet with mentors and investors in order to prepare for funding. “The program
