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      • Thrive Program
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      • Lan Gateway Com Corridor
      • Michigan Ave. Corridor
      • S. MLK Corridor
      • Saginaw Street Corridor
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      • Small Business Workshops
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About
    • Annual Report
    • The Team
    • LEDC/LBRA/TIFA Board
  • Our Work
    • Thrive Program
    • Facade Improvement
    • 2024 Empower Graduates
    • Lan Gateway Com Corridor
    • Michigan Ave. Corridor
    • S. MLK Corridor
    • Saginaw Street Corridor
    • CIA Boards
  • Resources
    • Careers
    • LEED Initiative
    • Small Business Shoutout
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THRIVE: EMPOWERING SOUTHWEST LANSING ENTREPRENEURS

2025 APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

South West THRIVE Program | NOW CLOSED

ABOUT THE SOUTH WEST THRIVE PROGRAM

THRIVE program is a four-week intensive designed to equip Southwest Lansing business owners with the essential tools to build, strengthen, and scale their businesses. Through expert-led planning, technical assistance, and capacity-building support, entrepreneurs will gain the knowledge and resources needed to operate successfully in today’s competitive market.


By the end of the program, participants will have a solid business operations roadmap, expanded access to opportunities, and the ability to drive lasting economic impact in their communities. THRIVE is committed to fostering mobility, reducing barriers, and empowering local entrepreneurs to grow and sustain their businesses.

THRIVING COMMUNITIES CHECK IN

Curriculum Review

Application Process

Application Process

  • Orientation/Get Legal
  • Get Noticed/Get Branded
  • Systems & Operations
  • Get Profitable/Paid
  • All classes are from 6pm - 8pm EST.

Application Process

Application Process

Application Process

  • Stage 1: Applicant Submission
  • Stage 2: Application Review
  • Stage 3: Program Acceptance
  • Stage 4: Participant Acceptance
  • Stage 5: Participant Onboarding

Milestone Timeline

Application Process

Milestone Timeline

  • February 24th: APPLICATION OPENS
  • March 19th: Info Session
  • March 24th:  Applications Close
  • April 2nd: Kick Off Program
  •  May 14th: GRADUATION

2025 APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

South West THRIVE Program | NOW CLOSED

For more information please contact:

Kahleea Washington

Community Development Specialist

P:  517-512-5122  | E:  Kahleea@lansingedc.com 

Lansing Economic Development Corporation

401 S. Washington Sq. Suite 101, Lansing, MI 48933

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