Partnerships
NextCycle Michigan partners help strengthen Michigan’s recycling infrastructure and circular economy by contributing resources, advancing projects, investing in innovation, and amplifying program activities. Partners may engage with NextCycle Michigan through two primary pathways.
Financial Partners
Financial Partners provide monetary contributions that support NextCycle Michigan, specific accelerator tracks, individual teams, partner projects, showcase awards, or other circular economy initiatives. Contributions may include sponsorship, match funding for solutions, funding for NextCycle teams or partner projects, contributions to the NextCycle award pool, or other pathways determined in collaboration with the NextCycle partnership team.
Networking Partners
Network Partners are organizations, agencies, companies, institutions, and individuals with a history of, and ongoing dedication to, supporting efforts that add value to the NextCycle Michigan program. These partners are expected to actively collaborate with accelerator teams, fellow partners, and ecosystem stakeholders; clearly identify with circular economy goals; and help amplify NextCycle Michigan activities through connections, knowledge sharing, and coordinated support.
