A Lending Network for Michigan’s Food And Farm Entrepreneurs
Providing flexible financing and tailored business assistance to support the success of food and farm entrepreneurs and to grow a more resilient, inclusive local food system.
Danicasa Traditional Homemade Mexican Food in Ferndale, Michigan.
Growing Michigan’s Good Food Economy Since 2015
We believe food entrepreneurs are an essential part of vibrant communities. Our lending network helps food and farm entrepreneurs statewide get the funds and support they need for their businesses to thrive. In turn, these small businesses enhance access to culturally relevant food, create jobs, and strengthen local economies.
$22.4M invested.
328+ entrepreneurs supported.
Michigan’s food and farm entrepreneurs, from Detroit to Marquette, are making an impact in their communities and local economies.
Food Service entrepreneurs serve healthy meals to Michiganders across the state.
Chart Your Course Toward Financing
Our support is tailored to your needs. Follow these steps to determine if your business is ready to apply for financing.
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Step 1
Check Your Eligibility
As we strive for a more inclusive and sustainable food system in Michigan, we prioritize support for food and farm entrepreneurs marginalized due to their race, ethnicity, and/or gender.
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Step 2
Start with an Inquiry
Tell us about your business to explore how the Michigan Good Food Fund can support your goals and objectives.
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Step 3
Get Loan Ready
If your business aligns with the priorities of the Michigan Good Food Fund, you’ll receive a loan application from us. Discover the loan process and gain a head start on your application.
Loan Application Checklist
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Seed Award Spotlight: Jere Farms
Jere Farms a dynamic and innovative farm located in Brimley, Michigan that offers a variety of sustainable meat and value-added products.
Seed Award Spotlight: Good Stead Farm
Good Stead Farm, a Certified Organic farm in Hope, Michigan provides vegetables, herbs, flowers, and ethically raised animal products.
Seed Award Spotlight: Hongo x Hongo Farms
Hongo x Hongo Farms in Dansville, Michigan offers fresh mushrooms, mushroom growing kits, mushroom teas and more.
Seed Award Spotlight: Frazier's Fish House
Fraizier’s Fish House in Epoufette, Michigan offers a variety of fresh and smoked fish products that are responsibly sourced.
Seed Award Spotlight: Fennigan's Farms
Fennigan's Farms is a visionary urban farm and design firm based in Detroit, Michigan dedicated to revolutionizing food access.
Seed Award Spotlight: Sommerfeldt Farms
Sommerfeldt Farms is a third-generation farm and market in Benton Harbor, Michigan that sells local produce from local growers.
Seed Award Spotlight: theJOYproject Growers
theJoy Project is an urban farm located in Detroit, Michigan, focused on merging agriculture with cultural heritage and social justice.
Seed Award Spotlight: Emery Foods
Emery Foods is committed to cultivating and distributing a diverse array of fruits and vegetables, such as blueberries, asparagus, and apples, all harvested in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Seed Award Spotlight: Danu Hof Family Farm
Danu Hof Family Farm blends a love for the land with culinary expertise to enrich their community and enhance Michigan’s food landscape.
Get the Support You Need
Take the next steps on your business journey with flexible financing and tailored business assistance.
Food service entrepreneurs access support to serve up diverse dishes and introduce new flavors to Michiganders.
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