Jan. 30 Deadline Nears for Motor City Contractor Fund Applications

December 23, 2025

The Motor City Contractor Fund is recruiting Detroit-based contractors for its fourth cohort before a January 30 application deadline, aiming to help local small and mid-sized construction businesses compete for projects in Detroit's $5 billion revitalization boom. Since launching, the program has provided over $2 million in capital support, nearly $2. 5 million in lending, and $365,000 in grants to address barriers like limited access to capital, bonding, and technical assistance that prevent local contractors from securing large-scale development work.

Who is affected

Small and mid-sized Detroit-based contractors
Previous MCCF program participants
Detroit neighborhoods and communities where contractors are rooted
Workers who could be hired by growing contractor businesses
Outside firms that currently dominate large-scale development projects
The Motor City Contractor Fund partners (Gilbert Family Foundation, Invest Detroit, and Barton Malow)

What action is being taken

MCCF is urging local contractors to apply for the fourth cohort program
The organization is using the holiday season to highlight structural hurdles contractors face
MCCF partners are working to ensure Detroit-based contractors are prepared to grow alongside the city
MCCF is encouraging eligible contractors to submit applications before the January 30 deadline

Why it matters

This program matters because it directly determines whether Detroit contractors can participate in the city's $5 billion revitalization rather than being sidelined while outside firms benefit. The success of local contractors creates ripple effects throughout Detroit's economy by supporting job creation, retaining wealth within neighborhoods, and fostering long-term economic stability. Without access to capital, bonding, and technical assistance, skilled local contractors are prevented from competing for transformative projects happening in their own communities, despite having the necessary experience and expertise.

What's next

Contractors must submit applications by the January 30 deadline at www.motorcitycontractorfund.org
MCCF will launch its fourth cohort following the application period
Accepted contractors will receive tailored technical assistance, peer learning opportunities, and connections to lenders and developers

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