1,000+ Opportunities
Find the right grant
Search federal, foundation, and corporate grants with AI — or browse by agency, topic, and state.
This listing may be outdated. Verify details at the official source before applying.
Find similar grantsIndustry 4.0 Implementation Grant (Michigan) is sponsored by Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
Get alerted about grants like this
Save a search for “Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)” or related topics and get emailed when new opportunities appear.
Search similar grants →Extracted from the official opportunity page/RFP to help you evaluate fit faster.
Grants | i4. 0 accelerator Small & Medium Manufaturers Michigan's Industry 4. 0 Initiative Industry 4.
0, the convergence of digital and physical technologies, is the next evolutionary phase in advanced manufacturing. Industry 4. 0 offers manufacturers solutions to workforce challenges, opportunities for increased productivity and will keep them globally competitive.
For more information about Industry 4. 0 or to watch our Industry 4. 0 webinars, click here .
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) launched an Industry 4. 0 initiative to support small manufacturers. MEDC has established a grant program to provide 50% reimbursement for qualifying technology costs up to $25,000.
As part of this initiative, regional programs have been established. The Manufacturing Growth Alliance (MGA) is the regional program grant administrator for Regions 1, 3, 7, 9, Oakland & Wayne Counties. Let us help you with the next step.
Grant Eligibility Guidelines Companies must be a manufacturer, as defined by NAICS code. Proposed project must take place at a Michigan manufacturing facility. Companies must be classified as a small business by the Small Business Administration.
Companies must complete an I4. 0 Technology Assessment by the MMTC prior to award OR provide documentation of an executed strategy for determining which technology to implement. Companies must be an Essential Member with Automation Alley (Free).
Click here for more information . Technologies eligible for this grant program include hardware/software related to the following i4. 0 categories, and preference will be given to transformative technologies (denoted with a * below): Additive Manufacturing & Advanced Materials* Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) Modeling, Simulation, Visualization & Immersion Connected Worker Platforms & Wearables This is a competitive grant program.
Companies will need to clearly define which technology will be implemented and establish a timeline, budget and anticipated outcomes of the project. Grants will be reimbursement-based and will cover up to 50% of actual expenses incurred. Companies are required to cover the remaining cost of the technology project and cannot be combined with any other grant programs or external funding sources.
Company match must be cash, not in-kind resources. Financial awards may not exceed $25,000 per company. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all funding has been allocated.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Michigan manufacturers classified as SBA small businesses; must complete an I4. 0 Technology Assessment by MMTC or provide equivalent documentation; must be an Essential Member with Automation Alley. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $25,000 (50% reimbursement) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.