We aim to support mission-driven enterprises working to increase access to healthy food for those who need it most in Michigan. This includes the range of businesses that grow, process, distribute, and sell healthy food that reaches low-income and underserved communities.

Want to know if your enterprise is a good fit? Read on for general eligibility criteria for good
food enterprises looking to grow and expand:
• Increasing access to affordable, healthy food in low-income and underserved communities in Michigan. Preference given to enterprises which are also advancing racial and social equity, job creation, local sourcing, or environmental stewardship.
• Incorporated in the U.S.
• Two years of operating history. We may consider start-up enterprises when the operator has industry experience or when the start-up budget includes a contribution from the owner.
• Profitable or can demonstrate a path to profitability within 12 months.
• Loan need from $2,500 to $6,000,000.
• Collateral in the form of business and/or personal assets, corporate and/or personal guarantees.
• Strong, committed management team.
• Able to provide financial projections for two years including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

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