Patronicity

 

Patronicity

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How it Works

Patronicity is a civic crowdfunding platform that supports community and economic improvement projects in Michigan, Massachusetts, and Indiana.

For Michigan residents, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) partners with Patronicity to offer the Public Spaces Community Places grant. For this unique state government crowdgranting initiative, communities, nonprofits and other business entities use Patronicity to raise funds for their community improvement projects. Those that meet their fundraising goals can receive a matching grant from the MEDC of up to $50,000.

Funding Focuses On 

Community development and improvement projects, including food-based initiatives such as farmers markets, community kitchens, popup retail shops, and “incubator spaces.”

Funding Limit

Not specified. For Public Spaces Community Places grant, MEDC may provide matching funds of up to $50,000.

Qualifications

In the U.S., participants must live in Michigan, Massachusetts or Indiana and be 18 or older. Service fees apply.

Financing Geographic Area 

United States, Canada, and United Kingdom 

 

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