2026 Growth & Financial Fluency Food Business Cohort

En Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub y el Fondo Michigan Good Food are partnering to support growth-stage food businesses by helping entrepreneurs master their money, grow their operations, and gain the tools and resources needed for long-term success.

To participate, interested applicants must submit the pre-application/LOI and a completed application by June 22, 2026. Applications will be reviewed, and selected participants will be notified during the week of June 29, 2026.

All meetings will be held from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at the Crim Fitness Foundation in Flint, Michigan.

• Knowing Your Numbers – July 8, 2026
  This session will help food entrepreneurs gain confidence in the financial side of their business.
  Presenter: Ederique “Chef E” Goudia
• Licensing & Regulations – July 15, 2026
  This session will break down the essential licensing and regulatory requirements for food-based businesses.
  Presenter: Ederique “Chef E” Goudia
• Marketing & Customer Journey – July 22, 2026
  This session focuses on building meaningful customer connections and creating a strong brand presence.
  Presenter: Erika Tebbins
• Growth & Scaling – July 29, 2026
  This session will provide entrepreneurs with the tools and strategies needed to grow and scale their business effectively.
  Presenter: Nesaa Bandele

To get started, fill out the pre-application/LOI by June 22.

Applicants will need to sign up for a free account with Grant Lifecycle.