We help people turn their business ideas into reality by providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and support network in Detroit. Whether its our classes, networking events, mentorship, or connections to resources we’re here to provide a nurturing community that allows ideas to develop and flourish over time.
BUILD Alumni 3C Funding is our micro-loan for BUILD Alumni. Loans range from $2,500 to $10,000, are set to 3% interest, and have 36 month terms. If year 1 and 2 payments are made on time, year 3 repayments will be cleared by a BUILD Institute contribution grant.
Kiva offers 0% interest, crowdfunded microloans ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 with 12 to 36 month terms, focused on character rather than credit.
Kiva is an active lender in over 70 countries, BUILD Institute is Kiva's local partner.
Detroit SOUP is a micro-granting dinner celebrating and supporting creative projects in Detroit. Ideators pitch their ideas to a local crowd and take home all the money raised at the door. Detroit SOUP is a great place to win a grant for your business while testing your concept on a crowd of local peers.