The City of Coldwater is pleased to announce the return of the Match on Main grant program to support eligible businesses located in Downtown Coldwater.
Donor Name: City of Coldwater
State: Michigan
City: Coldwater
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/20/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Match on Main is part of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s (MEDC) broader community development efforts to support vibrant, resilient, and inclusive downtowns and commercial districts across Michigan.
The program aims to strengthen Michigan’s downtowns by assisting place-based businesses that are committed to investing in and growing within their communities. A 10% match commitment is required from the recipient who is awarded the grant.
Funding Information
This grant is a reimbursement-based grant program designed to support new or expanding businesses by providing up to $25,000 in funding for eligible expenses.
Grant Period
Projects must be completed within twelve (12) months of grant.
Eligible Projects
Match on Main supports place-based projects that strengthen downtown businesses and activate commercial space, including:
- Interior building renovations
- Permanent or semi-permanent outdoor space activation
- Technical assistance and design services
- Marketing, technology upgrades, and point-of-sale systems
- Inventory purchases for retail goods.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Applicant Organizations
- Applications are submitted by an eligible Applicant Organization, which may include:
- Local units of government
- Downtown Development Authorities (DDAs)
- Michigan Main Street organizations
- Other eligible downtown management or community development organizations
- Applicant Organizations apply on behalf of a selected business located within their downtown or commercial district.
- Eligible Communities:
- Applicant Organizations must represent communities designated as either:
- Essentials or Certified Redevelopment Ready Communities®, or
Select or Master level Michigan Main Street communities.
For more information, visit City of Coldwater.
