- Program Education
- Program Area Special Initiatives
- Grant Amount $500,000
- Grant Period January 1, 2015–December 31, 2015
- 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 implement a refined strategic plan focused on key drivers of economic and community development, including developing emerging markets and industry sectors; regional economic development strategies; and recruiting, retaining, and developing a 21st century workforce.