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MI Local Biz Crowdfunding Campaigns Ending Soon

Michigan Business Network
June 23, 2020 5:00 PM

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Crowdfunding Campaigns Ending Soon!

Earlier this month, The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, in junction with the Detroit-based crowdfunding platform, Patronicity, announced "MI Local Biz", a creative funding mechanism to offer quick access to capital for small local businesses in this great time of need.

 
The MEDC will match crowdfunding raises on a 1:1 basis up to $5,000 for eligible small businesses experiencing economic challenges as a result of COVID-19.
 
Learn more about MI Local Biz https://www.patronicity.com/milocalbiz
 
Four Bay County businesses have now been selected by the MEDC to participate in this program. Campaigns are ending soon, don't wait to support these businesses:
 
We need your help to support these small businesses in reaching their crowdfunding goals!
 
 
Base Camp Fitness
 
Base Camp Fitness Beat COVID Fund
 
Base Camp Fitness is a smaller, more intimate health and wellness experience. We put science and a personalized touch into the area’s newest and most creative small group classes. We make reaching your fitness goals fresh and fun. WE ARE A GOOD FIT FOR YOU!
 
The businesses of Base Camp have always been happy to help her community and now she needs help to continue offering services due to mandatory COVID closures.
 
This campaign will collect all funds raised by July 3, 2020 11:45pm
 
Bay City Boat Lines
Bay City Boat Lines Patronicity Appeal
 
Keep the Boats Afloat!
 
Maybe you have traveled the Saginaw River with us in the past, maybe you have yet to visit; either way, we sure want to be here for you this summer! Our regular schedule includes live narrated history tours, relaxing Saturday afternoon cruises and popular entertainment cruises with live bands and dinner. We all need the natural therapy provided by outdoor enjoyment and relaxation while the stressful COVID situation persists here in Michigan. We believe #lifeisbetteronaboat. Unfortunately, our small family businesses is hampered by a short season and limited resources. 
 
This campaign will collect all funds raised by June 24, 2020 8:00 PM.
 
 
 
Bemo's Bar
 
Bemo's Bar Campaign
 
Bemo's Bar has been a local fixture for art, live entertainment, and supporting great musicians for many years now. Rob & Luann can't wait to open back up and keep rocking with all their great customers! 
 
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all revenue has stopped for this small, family owned business. We want to be sure that we can reopen as soon as possible, and bring you great service with additional safety measures in place. 100% percent of funds raised will go into making the bar bigger, better, and safer for all our staff, performers, and customers.
 
This campaign will collect all funds raised by June 30, 2020 8:00 PM.
 
Regent Floral & Mercantile
 
Regent Floral & Mercantile Campaign
 
Regent Floral & Mercantile opened its doors on May 24, 2019 in what was once the lobby for the prestigious Regent Theater (1918-1957). The goal for Regent Floral & Mercantile is to offer fresh cut flowers, unique houseplants, handmade gifts, and original art. .
 
We need your support to keep our young storefront open for our downtown community. Your financial help through this unique campaign will go directly to pay some outstanding utilities bills, rent, and rebuild our inventory by purchasing more handmade goods and creations from local artists. 
 
This campaign will collect all funds raised by July 5, 2020 11:45 PM.
 
Thank you for your support!
 


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