Financing Incentives
Bay County offers a variety of programs and resources that can support business growth, redevelopment, expansion, and investment. From local redevelopment tools to state-level grants, workforce funding, and tax incentives, businesses have access to opportunities that can help move projects forward.
Bay Future works with businesses, developers, municipalities, and regional partners to help identify programs that align with project goals and connect investors with the right resources throughout the process.
State & Regional Economic Development
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
Business development assistance, grants, community development programs, and site selection support.
Michigan Strategic Fund Financing and investment programs that support business expansion and job creation.
Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works!
Workforce training assistance, hiring support, and talent development resources.
Redevelopment & Local Incentives
Bay County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
Redevelopment tools that help support environmentally challenged or underutilized properties.
Michigan Community Revitalization Program
Support for redevelopment and placemaking projects throughout Michigan communities.
Small Business & Entrepreneurship
U.S. Small Business Administration
Federal small business loan programs, contracting opportunities, and business resources.
Housing & Community Development
Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
Housing development programs, community revitalization tools, and redevelopment financing.