MEDC Regional Talent Innovation Grants
Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Overview
MEDC funds regional talent initiatives that address skills gaps in key industry sectors. Grants support partnerships between employers, training providers, and economic development organizations.
Regional consortia in Michigan can apply with Palavir as the AI/data training delivery partner.
Eligibility
Location
MI
Organization Types
Small/Mid-size Business, nonprofit, government
Industries
Manufacturing, Technology, Healthcare, Professional services
Focus Areas
ai, ai implementation, analytics, workforce dev
How Palavir Helps
We handle the entire application process
From identifying the right program to submitting documentation, we manage every step so you can focus on your business.
Our AI/analytics workshops are pre-approved for this grant type
Our structured curricula, assessments, and credentialing meet the requirements for grant-funded training programs.
Zero cost to your organization
The grant covers everything. We help you access funding that pays for the training your team needs.
Relevant Palavir Workshops
These workshops align with the training focus areas eligible under this grant.
AI for Business: Practical Skills for the Modern Workplace
8-hour hands-on course — no technical background required
AI Build Day: Build Working AI Tools for Your Business
8-hour intensive — teams leave with working AI tools
Application Timeline
Consult
Free 30-min call to assess your grant fit
Design
Custom training plan aligned to grant requirements
Apply
We prepare and submit the full application
Train
Deliver workshops to your team
Reimburse
Documentation for full reimbursement
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the MEDC Regional Talent Innovation Grants?
Eligible applicants include small and mid-sized businesses, nonprofit, government in MI. Priority industries include Manufacturing, Technology, Healthcare, Professional services.
How much funding is available through this program?
The MEDC Regional Talent Innovation Grants provides Varies by region ($50K–$500K typical). Palavir helps you maximize the amount you receive by preparing a strong application that highlights your training needs and expected outcomes.
What does Palavir do to help with the application?
Palavir handles the entire process: identifying the right grant programs for your organization, preparing all application materials, designing grant-eligible training curricula, and managing documentation through reimbursement. There is no cost for our application assistance.
What training qualifies under this grant?
AI literacy, prompt engineering, data analytics, business intelligence, dashboard development, workflow automation, and RAG/knowledge base development all qualify. Our workshops are specifically designed to meet grant requirements with structured curricula, assessments, and measurable outcomes.
Ready to get started?
A 30-minute consultation is all it takes. We will assess your eligibility, recommend the best grant programs, and handle the application from start to finish.