About
The Tornado Relief Grant provides $10,000 grants to small businesses in Kalamazoo County that were directly impacted by the May 7, 2024 or May 15, 2025 tornados. This program is a partnership between Kalamazoo County and the United Way of South Central Michigan, with funding provided by Kalamazoo County through the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.
Eligibility Requirements
- Was negatively impacted by the tornadoes of May 7, 2024 or May 15, 2025.
- Has been in operation for 1 year in Pavilion Charter Township, Texas Charter Township, and the City of Portage, Michigan prior to the tornados.
- Has 10 employees or fewer.
- Has annual revenue of $1.0 million or less.
- Is current on all local, state, and federal taxes.
Video Instructions
- How to create an eC Impact account for Small Business: https://bit.ly/3CiKQzg
- How to add Documents to this your application: https://bit.ly/3RlNfO1
- How to submit an application: https://bit.ly/3CflKRW
Application Process
Applications will be submitted completely online. After creating an online account using the link below, applicants will be asked to submit information that includes the following:
- Government Issued Photo ID
- 2024 or most recent Business Tax Return
- Copy of Most Recent Payroll Tax Payment (if applicable)
- Employee Listing/Roster (if applicable)
- Articles of Incorporation, Business License, or DBA
- Corporate Bylaws (if applicable)
- Photos of Damage
- Proof of Insurance Claims
Timeline
- Deadline is October 8 at 12pm with decisions to be announced late October.
- If awarded, recipients will be required to meet in person with UWSCMI staff to finalize the grant agreement. Failure to attend this meeting will result in forfeiture of the award.