This page includes resources for aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners.
Starting and Growing a Sustainable Consumer Packaged Goods Business
In partnership with The Kroger Foundation, LISC recently released a toolkit for aspiring and growing businesses focused on food and beverage production and manufacturing for retail sales.
Click HERE to learn more!
Michigan Women Forward
Apply for a MicroLoan today ranging from $2,500 to $50,000. MicroLoan applicants must submit an application form, demographics information, personal financial statements, business plan with projections, and other supporting documents to be considered for financing. For more information about the application, visit this link.
The Historic North End Main Street can provide assistance in completing the application, if needed. If you would like assistance, please contact ltucker@vanguardcdc.org.
At Grants ‘N Such, they have the knowledge and experience to help you apply for grants that can make a difference. They will analyze your unique needs and scour appropriate databases to identify potential sources of funds. With our expertise in crafting compelling applications, they’ll do everything possible to increase your chances of success! Contact at ceo@grantsnsuch.net or call them at (707) 877-6626.
Learn more and register here.
Michigan’s Small Business Resource Finder
Michigan Economic Development Corporation has recently launched a new tool to help small businesses connect to local resources across the state. Michigan’s Small Business Resource Finder, in partnership with Start Up Space offers a searchable directory of resources for micro and place based businesses.
Entrepreneur Bootcamp & Certification Program
The Entrepreneur Bootcamp and Certification Program presented by the National Entrepreneurs Association and Comerica Bank is a 9 week virtual course that will help you understand entrepreneurship from A to Z, avoid common pitfalls, accelerate your growth and achieve your business goals faster than you thought possible. Learn more and apply here!
Initiate Prosperity
The North End Main Street District and the MEDC is excited to offer this online learning portal that provides small businesses access to valuable resources to help them grow and thrive in today’s economy. Visit this website at; https://medc.initiateprosperity.org/login and create an account. If you need further information contact Lisa Tucker at ltucker@vanguardcdc.org.
Mason Means Business
MASON is the iconic morning host on 105.9 KISS-FM in Detroit and the renowned public address announcer for the NBA’s Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. He has partnered with GoDaddy to empower small businesses in Metro Detroit. Visit https://masonmeansbusiness313.com/ for more information and resources!
Are You Ready To T.H.R.I.V.E.?
T.H.R.I.V.E. is a FREE six-month intensive business training for small business entrepreneurs and executives to help them get unstuck and take their business to the next level.
Tis is open to small business owners and executives in Southeast Michigan who:
- Have annual revenues of at least $250,000
- Have been in business for at least 3 years
- Have at least one employee other than themselves
- Can commit to completing the entire program, including training, submitting assignments, participating during sessions, and reaching out for help
- Are coachable, ready to be challenged and supported, and willing to put in the necessary work to accelerate growth
Kiva/Build Institute Funding
Onni Stone
Kiva Capital Access Manager at Build Institute
Do you need funding to start your business? Join Onni on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm to learn how to get a loan of $1k – $15k.
Virtual Office Hours: https://events.
Learn more about Kiva: https://www.buildinstitute.
To apply for a Kiva loan: https://www.kiva.org/borrow
To contact Onni directly: kiva@buildinstitute.org
Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business
Goldman Sachs recently announced a new initiative, One Million Black Women: Black in Business, a 12-week business education program providing Black women sole proprietors with the tools and network they need to succeed. The program includes online and in-person sessions, including all-expense paid trips to Goldman Sachs HQ in NYC, a stipend, and the opportunity to connect with a powerful network of Black women entrepreneurs and strategic advisors throughout the process.
Please share this opportunity with any Black women sole-proprietors in your networks, who should be interested.
For more information, www.gs.com/OMBW-BlackInBusiness
Detroit ACE Artist Professional Development Workshops Will Continue in January
The Detroit ACE office, in partnership with ArtOps, will continue entrepreneurship and marketing training for artists in January, thanks to the support of the Kresge Foundation.
The seminars, which began last fall, will continue on the third Tuesday of the month from 6PM to 7PM. Attendees will learn how to:
- Run their art practices as successful small businesses
- Join the ever-expanding network of creative entrepreneurs in Detroit
- Improve their presence on the internet
The workshops will be led by primarily Attorney Michael Hall with guest appearances from Consultant Jennifer Montgomery and others.
The schedule of workshops is below with links can be found here.
Build Pilot
“BUILD PILOT, is our retail pop-up project that supports new and established entrepreneurs eager to test their concept in a brick and mortar location. Applications are now open!”
https://www.buildinstitute.org/programs/build-pop-up/
MEDC:
Michigan Economic Development Corporation
This is here to assist businesses in their growth and provide Michigan with the resources and news needed to create vibrant communities.
DEGC:
District Business Liaisons – DEGC
Interim liaison: Lashawna Manigault
Contact: 313-294-5823
This is here to help you navigate any challenges you may face as a business owner and connect you with support. They focus on business owners’ needs and help commercial corridors thrive.
SCORE:
SE Michigan
This is a business mentor service with the SBA. Score Southeast mentors are here to help business professionals start, develop, and grow in southeast Michigan.
Detroit Means Business:
Detroit Means Business | COVID-19 help for small and local businesses
This provides resources for reopening, financial support, and guidance from experts and webinars.
KIVA/BUILD
Additional SBA Information
- SBA Disaster Loans
- SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Southeast Michigan Affected by Severe Storms, Flooding and Tornadoes
- S. Small Business Administration Fact Sheet
- Affected by severe storms & flooding on June 25-26? SBA RESOURCES CAN HELP!
Accounting Aid Academy Monthly Workshops & Quarterly Office Hours.
