Scale Fund Application

Helping start-ups scale, with infrastructure and funding in the heart of mobility innovation.

Michigan Central has launched a Scale Fund focused on helping technology-based startups, scale their presence in Michigan through specific activities. This fund is supported by Michigan Central’s public-private partnership with the state of Michigan and is intended to:

Support startups in scaling in-state pilots
Conduct activities that help attract follow-on customers in Michigan

Our criteria for funding companies will be evaluated based on:

Alignment with our focus areas – mobility, materials and energy
Previous pilot activity
Customer interest in the proposed pilot
Business model sustainability
Potential to drive economic development for the region

Awards will range from $20,000 to $200,000 and applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis. Funded pilots will be supported by Newlab.

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Complete the application to be considered for funding from
Michigan Central to help your start-up scale your presence in Michigan.

Scale Fund Application

Contact and Company Information

First Name

Last Name

Company Name

Company Website/URL

Company Address

Pilot Scope & Goals

In a few paragraphs or less, describe the project you’d like to use this funding for.

How can access to resources at Michigan Central help you achieve this?

Have you previously received funding from the state of Michigan?

Yes

What amount of funding are you seeking?

Projected Impact

By the end of this pilot project, what kinds of impact do you expect this funding to have on your company, your customers or end-users, and regional economic development in Southeast Michigan?

Duration & Milestones

How much time will you need to complete this pilot?

What major milestones do you expect to achieve along the way, and when?

Additional Context

Feel free to attach any supporting material you would like to provide.

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