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Complete the web form below and an Ann Arbor SPARK team member will be in touch regarding your application. NOTE: You will NOT be able to save your progress. We recommend you collect the necessary documents and information before starting.

If you would prefer to complete a hard copy of the application, you may download a copy and drop it off or mail it to:
SPARK East Innovation Center
attn: Jose Figueroa
215 W. Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

To be eligible for this program, your business must be in one of the areas listed: City of Ann Arbor, City of Dexter, City of Saline, City of Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor Township, Augusta Township, Bridgewater Township, Dexter Township, Manchester Township, Lima Township, Northfield Township, Pittsfield Township, Salem Township, Saline Township, Scio Township, Superior Township, Sylvan Township, Webster Township, York Township, and Ypsilanti Township.

This grant is for small businesses or “microenterprises” with 5 or fewer employees.

If you have any questions, please email Jose Figueroa.

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    *Business started and registered with the State during the timeframe support services were received.
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  • 18. Microenterprise owner income Guidelines:

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  • Supplemental Documents

  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB.
  • You may provide any of the following: Limited Liability Company Articles of Incorporation Sole Proprietorship documentation Business Taxes from 2020 Other documentation that you were operating a business as of March 16, 2020
    Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB.