How CDFIs help Flint businesses find the capital and connections to grow
The Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance works with community lenders and other partners to help local businesses overcome financing and space challenges.
Economic Development
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Credit Union ONE Opens New Davison Branch
Credit Union ONE opens a new full-service branch in Davison, expanding access for members.
Anna’s House construction moves forward at future Grand Blanc location
Anna’s House construction moves ahead in Grand Blanc with demolition and exterior upgrades underway.
How Explore Flint & Genesee Is Reframing Place, Pride, and Possibility
Explore Flint & Genesee's Executive Director, Amari Steward, talks about the company's new Brand Anthem video.
Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance awards grants to 25 local small businesses
Grants awarded to 25 Genesee County small businesses aim to boost growth, access, and local economic impact.
Volunteers of America Michigan’s mission made possible by social enterprise thrift stores; support from IFF
Sometimes nonprofits need help to fulfill their mission of helping others within their communities. For Volunteers of America Michigan, when costly necessary roof repairs and upgraded lighting came up, they found a supportive partner in IFF. The community development financial institution that has provided millions of dollars of loans to five of the VOA Michigan thrift stores.
Michigan Health Council: Collaborations urgently needed to strengthen Michigan’s health care workforce
The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.
Project THRIVE: MSU launches $250K initiative to transform teen mental health in Flint
MSU’s Project THRIVE equips Flint residents to deliver mental health support to teens in trusted community spaces.
Applications open for Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub Grant Program
Genesee County small businesses can apply for grants up to $15,000 through the Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub. Deadline: Oct. 31.
Pulse collaboration with MiLeap seeks to transform child care access in Michigan
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
Credit Union ONE Opens New Davison Branch
Credit Union ONE opens a new full-service branch in Davison, expanding access for members.
Anna’s House construction moves forward at future Grand Blanc location
Anna’s House construction moves ahead in Grand Blanc with demolition and exterior upgrades underway.
How Explore Flint & Genesee Is Reframing Place, Pride, and Possibility
Explore Flint & Genesee's Executive Director, Amari Steward, talks about the company's new Brand Anthem video.
Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance awards grants to 25 local small businesses
Grants awarded to 25 Genesee County small businesses aim to boost growth, access, and local economic impact.
Volunteers of America Michigan’s mission made possible by social enterprise thrift stores; support from IFF
Sometimes nonprofits need help to fulfill their mission of helping others within their communities. For Volunteers of America Michigan, when costly necessary roof repairs and upgraded lighting came up, they found a supportive partner in IFF. The community development financial institution that has provided millions of dollars of loans to five of the VOA Michigan thrift stores.
Michigan Health Council: Collaborations urgently needed to strengthen Michigan’s health care workforce
The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.
Project THRIVE: MSU launches $250K initiative to transform teen mental health in Flint
MSU’s Project THRIVE equips Flint residents to deliver mental health support to teens in trusted community spaces.
Applications open for Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub Grant Program
Genesee County small businesses can apply for grants up to $15,000 through the Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub. Deadline: Oct. 31.
Pulse collaboration with MiLeap seeks to transform child care access in Michigan
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
