MEDC Hub Grant - BWSK

MEDC HUB GRANT

For MEDC HUB GRANT applications on the grant-making page.

Application Deadline 10/18/25
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Organization Name(Required)
Organization Phone Number(Required)
Organization Address(Required)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Organization Tax ID Number (EIN) (without dash)(Required)
Business Owner Information
Business Owner Name(Required)
Business Owner Phone Number(Required)
Business Owner Address(Required)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Age(Required)
Race(Required)
Gender(Required)
Pronouns(Required)
Business Overview
Use of Funds(Required)
- Staffing/Personnel
- System and Technology Upgrades
- Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment
- Hardware/Software
- Personal Development
- Marketing
- Legal Services
- Audit
- Business Travel Expense
- Rent/Utilities
- Inventory
Provide a brief overview of your business and your mission statement:(Required)
Detail your business products and/or services:(Required)
How long has your business been in operation, and what stage of development is it currently in? (Startup, growth, expansion, maturity, exit))(Required)
For each funding area you selected above, list the first 2 action steps you would need to take (ex Employee/Personnel- Step 1: I would need to write a job description Step 2. I would need to post the job description on Indeed)(Required)
Financial Information
What is the amount of funding that you are requesting?(Required)
We accept grant requests of up to $10,000.
What was your GROSS business income in 2024?(Required)
What were your businesses expenses in 2024?(Required)
How do you plan to utilize the grant funds if awarded, provide a detailed Budget ( Ex. Personnel $5,000- Marketing $10,000))(Required)
Expense Notes Amount

Use the “plus” icon on the right to add additional line items to your detailed budget.
How do you know that using the funds in the areas you described will grow your business? If you are unable to see the + icon, detail your budget here.(Required)
Challenges and Opportunities
What are the main challenges and obstacles your business faces, particularly in relation to accessing capital, resources, or market opportunities?(Required)
Is there anything else that you'd like to tell us about your business?(Required)
Website(Required)
Email(Required)
Social Media Handles(Required)
Signature ( READ BEFORE SIGNING)(Required)
The above-signed has verified the information provided in this application and represents that he/she has the authority to approve and submit this application on behalf of the requesting organization. If Black Wall Street Kalamazoo learns that any part of a grant award is not being used to further the purposes of the grant requested herein, the Board will take all reasonable and appropriate steps to recover the grant funds awarded and/or ensure restoration of the diverted funds to the original purpose(s) of the grant. By signing I acknowledge and accept the following: If I am chosen for this grant, I acknowledge that I am not eligible to receive another direct to business grant from the MEDC, through a Business Hub Partner (Cando Kalamazoo, Room35, South Haven Region Business Hub, Start Up Zoo) until 2026. The funds will not be used in any other area or manner than described. I will maintain receipts and documentation and may be asked to produce such by the MEDC/BWSK/CanDO Kalamazoo at any time.