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Grand Angels Entrepreneur Application
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The two go hand in hand and Grand Angels is committed to both. Through mentoring, strategic advice, expanding networks and connections to customers, management and venture capital, Grand Angels investments fuel the entrepreneurial economy of innovative companies throughout the West Michigan region.

Grand Angels typically invest from $250K to $1M in early-stage companies.

Interested in how Grand Angels can help your company grow? Before you submit an application to Grand Angels make sure you
are ready to apply.
 
 
Important things to consider:
  1. Your organization is located in Michigan, particularly West Michigan.
  2. You are seeking a minimum of $250K investment.
  3. You have experience in your current market or product category.
  4. You have a business plan and a marketing plan.
  5. You possess an experienced management team.
Click here to begin the application process (please save application to your computer). APPLICATION.
                       
We urge you to review the guidelines and other resources provided here to help you prepare your application. Once the application is complete please send it to info@grandangels.org.
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Screening Process Timeline  Funding a business through private equity means is a more lengthy process than a bank loan. The timeline should give you a reasonable idea of Grand Angels’ process and timing.