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The Elevator

The Elevator

Supports Israeli startups entering the United States market through free Detroit soft-landing services and local introductions.

OpenMichigan-Israel Business AcceleratorUnited StatesFocused on Michigan
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The Elevator is the Michigan-Israel Business Accelerator's (MIBA) flagship soft-landing program for Israeli startups and established companies seeking to enter the US market through Detroit, Michigan. MIBA describes the Elevator as the first program of its kind in the United States exclusively designed for Israeli companies, providing a structured market-entry pathway into Michigan and the broader…

What this grant funds

Free Detroit-based soft-landing zone providing Israeli startups with US office space, a business address, and curated B2B/B2G introductions to Michigan organizations.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
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Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.In-kind assistance
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.michiganisrael.com