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  • Business Development
    Livingston Business Hub by Howell Area Chamber of Commerce

    A co-working business and office space in downtown Howell, MI offering programs for support leadership education and development, business coaching, succession planning, organizational culture, innovation and growth, practical business applications for AI, and networking.

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  • Business Development
    Launch 734 by Monroe County Business Alliance

    Monroe County’s premier business development and entrepreneur resource center.

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  • Professional Services
    Michigan SBDC

    Enhances Michigan’s economic well-being by providing consulting, training, and market research for new ventures, existing small businesses, and advanced technology companies.

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  • Professional Services
    Opportunity Resource Fund (OppFund)

    Offers loans to provide equitable access to capital needed for homeownership, creating and expanding small businesses, and creating new affordable housing, across Michigan.

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  • Women and Minority
    Women’s Exchange of Washtenaw (WXW)

    Has women business leaders talk through their issues, share experiences and ideas, and form lasting connections.

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  • Women and Minority
    Michigan Women Forward Microloans

    Provides financing to good food enterprises that are working to increase access to affordable, healthy food in low-income and underserved communities in Michigan.

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  • Women and Minority
    Michigan Women Forward

    A community development financial institution whose mission is to expand economic opportunity for women and entrepreneurs of color by providing access to capital and business resources.

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  • Women and Minority
    Accion

    Works with local partners to develop and scale responsible digital financial solutions for underserved people globally, so they can make informed decisions and improve their lives. 

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  • Creative Spaces
    The Back Office Studio

    A co-working space containing a co-working studio with meeting rooms, comfortable workstations, networking opportunities, and high-speed wifi. 

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  • Social Services
    Jewish Family Services (JFS)

    An organization providing programs and services ranging from older adult caregiving to immigrant resettlement and career services. 

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  • Education
    SCORE

    Free mentoring from experienced entrepreneurs, corporate managers, and executives with diverse backgrounds and specialties.

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  • Education
    New Enterprise Forum (NEF)

    Links entrepreneurs with management expertise, joint venture partners, business services, capital, and other critical resources.

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  • Education
    Michigan State Extension

    Helps people improve their lives by bringing the vast knowledge resources of MSU directly to individuals, communities, and businesses.

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  • Education
    Great Lakes Women’s Business Council

    A nonprofit champion for women and minority businesses providing access to capital, certification for women-owned businesses, corporate contracting opportunities, and small business educational support.

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  • Education
    A2Y Chamber

    Fosters greater regional economic success, community prosperity, and improvement in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti region.

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  • Innovation and Tech
    NEW Center

    Offers services for non-profits in diversity, equity, and inclusion coaching/training, organizational development, financial and bookkeeping, and information technology.

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  • Innovation and Tech
    American Center for Mobility

    Transforms the way industries advance safe, sustainable, and secure mobility technologies through its one-of-a-kind global development center.

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  • Community Development
    Ypsi Real

    Helps promote the city of Ypsilanti and city development.

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  • Community Development
    Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority

    Works with the mayor to help crossroads of the community, and the government to help finance business owners.

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  • Community Development
    Scio Township DDA

    Assists in keeping the downtown area clean, reducing blight, and assisting with public projects.

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  • Community Development
    Saline Economic Development Corporation

    Reduces unemployment, supports local industries and businesses, boosts Saline City’s economy, and encourages industrial and commercial growth within the city.

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  • Community Development
    Saline Main Street

    Promotes, drives, and implements economic development in downtown Saline.

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  • Community Development
    Northfield Township, MI

    Works to strengthen the business district and attract new private investments in the Township of Northfield.

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  • Community Development
    City of Milan, MI

    Restores vitality to its downtown through community efforts.

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  • Community Development
    Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

    Markets Michigan as the place to do business, assists businesses in their growth strategies, and fosters the growth of vibrant communities across the state.

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  • Community Development
    The Chelsea DDA

    Facilitates downtown business support/ commercial growth in Chelsea, MI.

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  • Community Development
    Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority

    Undertakes public improvements that have the greatest impact on strengthening the downtown area and attracting new private investments.

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  • Arts and Culture
    Riverside Arts

    Offers, promotes, and nurtures dynamic arts and cultural programs in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, and the surrounding area.

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  • Arts and Culture
    Landline Creative Studios

    Office space for creative businesses in Ypsilanti.

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  • Arts and Culture
    Creative Washtenaw

    Advocates for and supports the artists, creative workers, organizations, businesses, educators, and municipalities engaged in Washtenaw County’s arts + creative industries.

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  • Financial Support
    FedEx Small Business Grant Contest

    Awards U.S.-based small businesses with grants and prizes to enhance their business.

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  • Financial Support
    Dexter Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

    Economic development and related projects within downtown Dexter, MI.

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  • Financial Support
    CAN Capital

    Simple financing and financial solutions for small businesses.

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  • Business Development
    Workantile

    A co-working community for remote and independent workers in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor.

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  • Business Development
    Techstars Mobility

    Builds on the unique strengths of Detroit’s startup and innovation ecosystem through investment, mentorship, and community partnerships.

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  • Business Development
    Ann Arbor SPARK

    Identifies, educates, and supports angel investments to provide start-up resources to attract new companies to the Ann Arbor area.

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  • Business Development
    Michigan Innovation Headquarters (MI-HQ)

    Functional, affordable space rentals for businesses.

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  • Business Development
    Michigan Life Science and Innovation Center

    Works to diversify and grow the Michigan economy by helping high-tech startup companies succeed.

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  • Business Development
    Michigan Good Food Fund

    Invests in food and farm entrepreneurs across the state, offering flexible financing and tailored business assistance that supports vibrant, equitable communities.

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  • Business Development
    MakerWorks

    Member-based workshop for small businesses, entrepreneurs, tradespeople, skilled workers, artists, makers, and hobbyists.

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  • Business Development
    Growing Hope

    A nonprofit organization focused on strengthening and supporting the local food system throughout the community and beyond.

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  • Business Development
    First Children’s Finance

    Provides support to family child care entrepreneurs and child care center business leaders state-wide.

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  • Business Development
    Entrepreneurship Center at Washtenaw Community College

    Provides support for start-up and new business owners in developing their entrepreneurial capacity through thoughtful conversations, partnerships, and programs.

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  • Business Development
    Desai Accelerator

    An accelerator for businesses founded by recent or upcoming University of Michigan – Ann Arbor graduates.

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  • Business Development
    Cahoots

    A co-working space for tech entrepreneurs and a home for Ann Arbor’s entrepreneur community.

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  • Business Development
    Ann Arbor New Tech

    Hosts a monthly flagship event where companies can have the opportunity to showcase their product and network with community members.

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  • Financial Support
    Awesome Foundation – Ann Arbor Chapter

    Awards a $1,000 grant every month to a group or individual working to make an impact in our community.

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  • Business Development
    Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living (AgeWays)

    Provides assistance accessing community resources, disability training for businesses and organizations, independent living coaching, peer support, small business development assistance, and more.

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