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Public Spaces Community Places (PSCP)

This program provides matching funds to municipalities for community-driven projects that enhance public spaces and promote accessibility.

$50,000
Active
Rolling Deadline
Recurring
Grant Description

The Public Spaces Community Places (PSCP) program, administered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), is designed to support municipalities in creating and enhancing public spaces that foster community engagement and economic vitality. Projects can include outdoor plazas, park enhancements, and other public space activations. The program matches funds raised through a community crowdfunding campaign, dollar for dollar, up to $50,000. Additionally, PSCP offers up to a $25,000 match for projects that incorporate universal design elements to improve accessibility. The program encourages local residents to participate in the development of transformational projects through MEDC's partner, Patronicity, a crowdfunding platform.

Funding Details

Award Range

Not specified - $50,000

Total Program Funding

Not specified

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

Yes - Dollar for dollar

Additional Details

The program matches funds raised through a crowdfunding campaign, dollar for dollar, up to $50,000. An additional $25,000 match is available for projects that incorporate universal design elements to improve accessibility. Campaigns are conducted through Patronicity, a reward-based crowdfunding platform.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

City or township governments
County governments
Nonprofits
Special district governments

Additional Requirements

Eligible applicants that focus on the activation of public spaces and have established public awareness and local momentum.

Geographic Eligibility

All

Key Dates

Application Opens

Not specified

Application Closes

Not specified

Contact Information

Grantor

Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

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Community Development
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Recreation