- Program Education
- Program Area Special Initiatives
- Grant Amount $500,000
- Grant Period January 1, 2014–December 31, 2014
- Location East Lansing, MI, United States
- Geographic Focus Michigan
About this grant
This grant renews support to the Prima Civitas Foundation to pursue a broad range of initiatives and strategies designed to make Michigan globally competitive in the new economy. Begun in 2005 with the mission of transforming mid-Michigan’s economy, the grantee now works statewide to build networks that connect Michigan’s knowledge assets with catalytic opportunities for economic growth. During the grant period, the grantee will continue to implement a strategic plan focused on encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation; recruiting, retaining, and developing a 21st century workforce; regional economic development strategies; and international connectivity.