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Midland Young Professionals Community Crowdfund is a grant from the Midland Business Alliance that funds community improvement projects proposed and championed by young professionals in the Midland, Michigan area. The program engages emerging leaders in identifying and funding local initiatives that enhance quality of life, economic vitality, and community connectedness.
Projects are selected through a community crowdfunding and voting process facilitated by the Midland Young Professionals network. Eligible applicants are community organizations, groups, or individuals with projects that benefit the greater Midland area. The initiative serves dual purposes of directing funding to high-impact local projects while engaging the next generation of community leaders.
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MYPros (Midland Young Professionals) - Midland Business Alliance Well-Being in the Workplace Available Sites & Buildings Flood Reduction & Resiliency Midland Area Farmers Market Well-Being in the Workplace Available Sites & Buildings Flood Reduction & Resiliency Midland Area Farmers Market Midland Young Professionals 2026 Community Crowdfund Application Now Open! Do you have a big idea for your business?
Apply for the 2026 Community Crowdfund and have the chance to receive $60,000+ dollars to bring your project to life! Applications close February 26. Click the link for more information!
Calling all young professionals! MYPros (Midland Young Professionals) works to attract and retain talented young professionals by creating networking opportunities, providing personal and professional development, supporting community involvement, and fostering an overall investment in the future of Midland. Becoming a MYPro is simple.
If you are between the ages of 20 - 40 and work, live or play in Midland, you are eligible to join! Our goal for the MYPros program is to provide an environment filled with a diverse group of members representing various career backgrounds to cultivate a powerful community while providing support for young professionals in the Midland area. Want even MORE info?
Check out our MYPros Welcome Packet ! Luncheons on leadership, professional development, community involvement, and more. Social events to meet other young professionals and enjoy the evening.
Regional events with Saginaw Young Professionals, Mt. Pleasant Young Professionals and Bay Energize. Government and community events with local, regional and national guest speakers.
Community Crowdfund Presented by MYPros Hear from our 2024 steering committee why they believe the Community Crowdfund is such an important mission of MYPros. One of the most meaningful ways MYPros supports the Midland community is through our annual Community Crowdfund.
Launched in 2019 in partnership with the Midland Area Community Foundation, the Community Crowdfund empowers young professionals to support small, local businesses with bold goals and big community impact. We’re proud to share that our 2025 project, Downtownsend, successfully reached its goal and was fully funded!
Downtownsend, an initiative to revitalize an entire block of Townsend Street in downtown Midland, was created and led by Brandon Morey, owner of Crepes Et Amis and Iron Dame. The project will also benefit neighboring businesses Bookmarks and Mr. Moustache Phone Repair. Stay tuned for ways to support and get involved in this transformative community effort.
Applications for the 2026 Community Crowdfund will open on February 6, 2026. Thank YOU for helping us bring Downtownsend to life—a French-inspired outdoor gathering space in Downtown Midland with pergolas, terrace seating, and a “Love Fence. ” Led by local businesses and selected by MYPros, this young professionals-backed crowdfund raised $26,754 and unlocked $35,000 in matching funds from the Midland Area Community Foundation.
Your support will help us transform this tucked-away corner into a vibrant, memory-making destination. Winter 2026 MYPros Events Check out our upcoming events, including free networking opportunities, professional development experiences and a regional luncheon at the Dow Tennis Classic! Just fill out our membership application and send it to ipasciolla@mbami.
org! Yearly membership fees are just $35 per individual. Why MYPros?
Hear from some of our 2024 steering committee members on why MYPros is important to them and our Midland Community. MYPros is the premier entry-level organization for young professionals in Midland with a mission to attract and retain talented young professionals by creating networking opportunities, supporting community involvement and fostering an overall investment in the future of Midland.
Our most recent Strategic Plan from 2025 lays out our mission, vision and purpose, as well as our plans to grow and improve the program. Check out our strategic plan here . So now that you've joined MYPros, what's next?
Welcome to the MYPros, we're so happy to have you! Now that you've become a member of the program, you have so many benefits to look forward to! Follow our Facebook, Instagram and/or LinkedIn pages to get all the details on our upcoming events Attend a PerkUp!
, Grub Club or Unwind to mingle with other young professionals Register for one of our luncheons where you will have time to network and hear from industry leaders in our community Follow the link in your welcome email to join our exclusive MYPros Facebook Group where you can interact virtually with other MYPros members outside of our scheduled events PerkUp: A casual morning networking event held on the last Friday of each month from 8–10 a.
m. This is a great way to begin connecting with other young professionals, while also supporting local coffee shops and restaurants. Grub Club: A casual lunchtime networking event held on the second Wednesday of every other month from 11:30 a.
m. –1 p. m.
This is a great way to begin connecting with other young professionals, while also supporting local restaurants. Unwind: A casual evening networking event held on the second Wednesday of alternating months from 5–7 p. m.
Unwind offers young professionals a chance to relax after work, build connections, and enjoy local restaurants or recreational activities. Think Tank: A quarterly, small-group professional development event hosted at the Midland Business Alliance. Think Tank connects young professionals with experienced leaders for guided conversations, advice, and Q&A related to their career or industry.
A small registration fee applies. Quarterly Luncheons: Each quarter, MYPros hosts an educational luncheon focused on topics relevant to young professionals. Attendees enjoy a meal, networking time, and a panel discussion followed by a Q&A session.
Two luncheons each year are regional events held at the Dow Tennis Classic and the Dow Championship. Registration fees apply. Regional Events: Several times a year, MYPros hosts regional networking events open to members of the Saginaw, Bay, and Mount Pleasant young professional networks.
These events offer expanded networking opportunities and the chance to connect with professionals across the Great Lakes Bay Region. MYPros members are also invited to attend regional events hosted by partner YPN groups. How do I get more involved?
Easy! MYPros relies on the committees and volunteers who make the program successful. We’d love to have your talents on a subcommittee!
Provides strategic oversight for MYPros programming, represents MYPros at events like WakeUp! Midland, and acts as ambassadors to grow the program and retain talent. Helps coordinate and plan MYPros events throughout the year.
From networking mixers to unique community experiences, this team ensures each event is engaging, valuable, and well-attended. Oversees a program designed to raise funds for local for-profit entrepreneurs. The committee reviews applications, selects recipients, and ensures follow-through on projects that bring value to the community.
If you’re interested in becoming involved with a MYPros Subcommittee or want more details, please email ipasciolla@mbami. org Midland Business Alliance
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Midland small businesses with innovative community‑focused projects. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $60,000 (matched crowdfunding) plus $6,000 and $4,000 for runners‑up. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was February 26, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Midland Young Professionals Community Crowdfund is funded by Midland Area Community Foundation & Midland Young Professionals. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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