Program Awardees

Motor City Match provides technical assistance awards and cash track grants to a select number of Detroit entrepreneurs who have completed our application.

Current Awardees

Round 31 Cash Awardees

Chap Global LLC 

$25,000 Grant

Council District: 6
Location:1500 Washington Blvd

Neighborhood (District): Downtown

Description: Chapman’s Jewelry is a third-generation, family- and black-owned jewelry store based in Detroit. With our West 7 Mile store as a long-time anchor of the community, we are expanding with a new downtown bridal location where we’ll continue to specialize in engagement rings, custom designs, and customer-focused service.

Owner: Arthur Chapman

Childrenz R US II LLC

$31,000 Grant

Council District: 2
Location: 8251 W 8 Mile
Neighborhood (District): Garden Homes

Description: Childrenz R Us II is a childcare center coming to Detroit and plan to provide a safe, high-quality care and early learning for children ages 0–12. The center offers extended hours from 6:30 AM to midnight, educational programming, and enrichment activities designed to support working families and child development.

Owner: Shekelia Stokes

East Detroit Primary Care, PLLC

$50,000 Grant

Council District: 3

Location: 6455 Gratiot, Suite B
Neighborhood (District): Gratiot Town/Kettering
Description:Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of our community by delivering personalized, evidence-based medical care in a welcoming and inclusive environment. We strive to empower our patients to make informed decisions about their health and to support them in achieving their wellness goals

Owner:Keturah Jeffries

Indie Fashion LLC

$55,000 Grant

Council District: 7
Location: 14630 Schaefer Hwy
Neighborhood (District): Bethune Community

Description: IF Studios Creative Community Center is a Detroit-based creative hub offering sewing classes, photography workshops, and fashion and arts programs. We provide studio space, hands-on training, and events for designers, artists, and students, fostering local talent, supporting entrepreneurs, and building a vibrant creative community.

Owner:​ Daishawn Franklin

Medicina Scarlett, LLC

$50,000 Grant

Council District: 6
Location: 7000 Vernor Hwy
Neighborhood (District): Springwells

Description: Medicina Scarlett is a nurse practitioner–led family primary care clinic providing comprehensive medical services to children and adults. We offer preventive care, chronic disease management, diagnostics, and minor procedures to the Southwest Detroit community from our clinic at 7000 Vernor Highway.

Owner:​ Springwells

Tauntus, Inc. DBA Tauntus Greek Store

$25,000 Grant

Council District: 2
Location: 3841 W 8 Mile
Neighborhood (District): Green Acres

Description: Tauntus is a retail store that sells fraternity and sorority apparel as well as costume jewelry and boutique clothing. We sell our merchandise to college educated men and women as well as community members who would like to purchase gifts. We are located at 18979 Livernois in Detroit and frequently vend at churches, community events, sorority and fraternity regionals, conferences and conventions.

Owner: Nadonya Muslim

The HUB Laundromat-Cafe, L3C

$55,000 Grant

Council District: 4
Location: 12400 Kelly Rd
Neighborhood (District): Denby

Description:The HUB Laundromat and Cafe’ (The HUB) will be a groundbreaking community-centric business that combines the drudgery of laundry with modern conveniences, high efficient washing equipment all while fostering a sense of connection and support in the Denby neighborhood. By blending a state-of-the-art laundromat with a vibrant cafe’, The HUB will create a welcoming environment that meets both practical and social needs. This innovative approach aims to enhance quality of life, promote local entrepreneurship, and build a thriving community hub.

Owner: Marcia Spivey

Three15 LLC DBA Three15 LUXE

$55,000 Grant

Location: 24514 W McNichols Rd

Neighborhood (District): The Eye
District: 1

Description:Three15 LUXE is a luxury, multi-use event and professional space in Detroit. The space provides event planning and venue services for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. The space also includes office suites supporting small business owners such as beauty and wellness professionals, promoting job creation and economic growth.

Owner: Jasmine Weatherford

Round 31 Design Awardees

Amie's Little Angels, LLC
15600 Grand River Ave
Childcare center providing 24 hour care
Appreciate You, LLC
3388 14th St
Community cafe and commissary kitchen
Posh Body, LLC
19505 Grand River
Rehab-informed pilates studio
Tacos Hernandez, LLC
14326,14322 E Jefferson Ave
Foodtruck serving northern style tacos
Tequila Chanel Network LLC
10940 Whittier Ave
Nostalgic desserts and specialty café
The Noble Brand, LLC
19505 Grand River Ave
Home fragrance and wellness brand

Round 31 Develop Awardees

Ar'Re Holdings Group LLC
Provide luxury fashion and beauty
CBTKBRAND L.L.C
Made to measure bridal gowns and wholesale to retail storage
CHRISSY'S DEN LLC
Facial, brows, lashes, and more
CopyCat Community Print Studio, LLC
Community printmaking studio and education
Dynasty Senior Center LLC
Senior citizen day center
Eat Beauty at the Makeup Plate LLC
Provide beauty services and products
Flavorful Creations L.L.C.
Bakery selling direct and wholesale
Ingenious Fitness Solutions, LLC
Activewear company providing innovative products
JJ Fitness LLC
Personal training and girl softball fitness
Modern Maison Co LLC
Catering charcuterie for corporate clients
Robinson Textiles LLC
Store selling supplies for sewing
Statues Like Me L.L.C.
Creates melanated statues that inspire
The Grubbank LLC
Cafe serving healthy food and meal prep
Top Shelf Security Services Inc.
Professional security and protection services
Vine & Fig, LLC
Mobile wine and charcuterie bar

Round 31 Plan Awardees

Alluring Luxury Candles LLC
Luxury handcrafted candles and fragrances
Boom Bap LLC
Neighborhood cafe focused on community
Christmas Is So Lit LLC
Retail store selling seasonal apparel and decor
Dope House Detroit
Museum highlighting the Detroit cultural experience
GAGE Expedited Postmark & Business Services Hub
Postmarking, shipping and general business services
Helping with Hope Detroit
Non-medical in-home care services
Iron and Rye Pub, LLC
Elevated neighborhood Pub and Restaurant
Kindred Soil LLC
Wellness cafe/studio
Love From Above Home Care LLC
In-home care and assistance for the impaired/disabled
Moore Grace Solutions LLC
Financial education and planning services
Play, Discover, And Explore L.L.C
Play-based learning for young children
Taylor Made Dance Co.
Recreational and competitive dance lessons
SSR Dynamics LLC
Sports training and mentorship for Detroit Youth
StrivePoint Housing LLC
Recuperative care and supportive housing
Trusted Diagnostics, LLC
DNA, Drug/Alcohol and Clinical Screenings
Watercolor Connections LLC
Educational, figurative and portraiture gallery