Birdie Mae’s Brunch Bar LLC
$45,000 Grant
Council District: 2
Location: 17332 Woodward
Neighborhood (District): Grixdale Farms
Description: Birdie Mae’s Brunch Bar will offer American brunch dishes with Cajun Creole flair alongside a diverse selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Owner: Cierra McFarlin
Bryant Park Market LLC
$35,000 Grant
Council District: 4
Location: 14840 Kercheval
Neighborhood (District): Riverbend
Description: Bryant Park Market is a neighborhood grocery market committed to serving the Kercheval community with fresh foods, offering locally sourced produce, meats, dairy, and international groceries.
Owner: Timothy Bryant
DeYoke LLC dba Kimochi Detroit
$35,000 Grant
Council District: 5
Location: 1337 Division, Suite 204
Neighborhood (District): Eastern Market
Description:
Kimochi Detroit is a Reflexology Center set to open in the Eastern Market District, who aims to offer a tranquil retreat with a range of therapy services such as reflexology, shiatsu, massage, and sound therapy.
Owner: Kim Yokely
Our Gathering Place
$40,000 Grant
Council District: 1
Location: 20011 Grand River
Neighborhood (District): Miller Grove
Description: Our Gathering Place is an innovative cafe/community center. The business is equipped with local job training/ mentorship, safe social event meeting, and high-speed internet access needs. Our Gathering Place takes pride in serving custom-blended espresso coffees, soups, salads, and sandwiches to diverse youth and older adults among low-moderate incomes. Finally, community organization networking will assist in locating quality products.
New business
Hoodymartz LLC
$20,000 Grant
Council District: 4
Location: 11015 Whittier
Neighborhood (District): Outer Drive-Hayes
Description:
Hoodymartz is a gift shop, catering to individuals seeking custom gifts to express their sentiments, offering a variety of crafted gift baskets and bundles for all occasions.
Owner: Candise Lloyd
Immersive Innovations LLC dba Anvio VR Detroit
$40,000 Grant
Council District: 5
Location: 1030 Randolph
Neighborhood (District): Greektown
Description: Immersive Innovation, LLC offers a live, free-roam virtual reality experience with various scenarios, through cutting-edge technology and innovative gameplay.
Owner: Terrance Webster
Jessica Blair Beauty LLC dba Jessica Blair Beauty Supply
$25,000 Grant
Council District: 1
Location: 18724 Grand River
Neighborhood (District): North Rosedale Park
Description: Jessica Blair Beauty LLC prioritizes meeting the diverse needs of the community by offering a wide range of beauty products and cosmetics while also fostering opportunities for minority-owned beauty brands in Detroit.
Owner: Jessica Kwalli
Kid-E-College Prep LLC
$75,000 Grant
Location: 21350 W Seven Mile
Neighborhood (District): Evergreen Lahser 7/8
District: 1
Description: Kid E College Prep is a childcare center serving low to moderate income families in Detroit and surrounding areas.
Owner: Tangarenee Toney
New Millenium Books L.L.C.
$20,000 Grant
Council District: 2
Location: 7400 W McNichols
Neighborhood (District): Bagley
Description: New Millenium Books is a retail bookstore offering non-fiction, fiction and fantasy novels while also selling leather goods and gifts.
Owner: Jerome McMillan
Nya Marshall LLC dba ArtPlay
$80,000 Grant
Council District: 4
Location: 9201 E Jefferson
Neighborhood (District): East Village
Description: Art Play offers refined dining, artisanal cocktails, event spaces, community programs, and rooftop wellness activities for an unparalleled upscale experience.
Owner: Nya Marshall
Roots Visual Designs L.L.C. dba Detroit Ink Spot
$50,000 Grant
Council District: 1
Location: 15925 W McNichols
Neighborhood (District): Crary/St Marys
Description: Detroit Ink Spot, renowned as Detroit’s premier destination for custom body art, specializes in working on melanated skin, serving the community for 8 years with a mission to become an artistic hub.
Owner: Jason Phillips
RUNdetroit LLC
$50,000
Council District: 5
Location: 1948 Division, Suite 105
Neighborhood (District): Eastern Market
Description: Founded in 2013, RUNdetroit stands as Detroit’s sole running and walking specialty store, offering expert shoe fittings, a curated selection of athletic gear, and free weekly group runs.
Owner: Justin Craig & Alia Polsgrove
Side Pull Beer Company LLC
$75,000
Council District: 5
Location: 3143 Bellevue
Neighborhood (District): Islandview
Description: Side Pull Beer Company, a brewery with a community-building mission, aims to offer low-ABV beers in its taproom, fostering conversations over a variety of artisanal brews.
Owner: Elliot Hoffman
Simply Roasted LLC
$50,000
Council District: 6
Location: 4240 Cass, Suite 107
Neighborhood (District): Midtown
Description: Simply Roasted, a coffee shop and café located in Midtown Detroit, specializes in serving specialty coffee, sandwiches, and delectable desserts while prioritizing an inviting atmosphere for all patrons.
Owner: Erin Williams-Apacanis
Technology Partners Group LLC dba Michigan Tech Partners LLC
$50,000
Council District: 4
Location: 10018 Roseberry
Neighborhood (District): Wade
Description: Michigan Tech Partners, a licensed electrical contractor specializing in medical equipment installation, is expanding to establish a dialysis training center, aiming to enhance healthcare accessibility and support in Detroit.
Owner: Brandon Pinto
The Damage Zone, LLC
$85,000
Council District: 2
Location: 15785 James Couzens Fwy
Neighborhood (District): Bethune Community
Description: The Damage Zone will be Detroit’s first premier rage room, providing alternative therapy for emotionally reactive individuals, addressing crime, blight, and stress through destruction therapy.
Owner: Zienethe Adewole
The Debt Survivor LLC
$50,000
Council District: 4
Location: 11145 Morang
Neighborhood (District): Yorkshire Woods
Description: Debt Survivor LLC will provide small business training services in Detroit, aiming to empower entrepreneurs and support their growth journey.
Owner: Ebony Cochran
The Ideal Rental Space, LLC dba The Ideal Rental Kitchen and Space
$50,000
Council District: 3
Location: 2039 E Seven Mile
Neighborhood (District): Nolan
Description: The Ideal Rental Space is a private event space offering extensive amenities, including a full commercial kitchen.
Owner: Johnnie Meeks
Twelve Flavorz LLC
$55,000
Council District: 4
Location: 17343 E Warren
Neighborhood (District): Cornerstone Village
Description: Twelve Flavors LLC is a startup breakfast restaurant serving creative breakfast dishes with locally-sourced ingredients.
Owner: Alexandra Taylor
