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Impact report

Measurable impact for Oakland County

Oakland Thrive bolsters economic development throughout Oakland County by connecting small and micro businesses in every region with free support and services — closing prosperity gaps and leveling the playing field.

By the numbers

Our impact so far

2023
Founded to transform Oakland County's economy
82 cities, villages & townships
Serving businesses across all of Oakland County
Free
One-on-one consulting, trainings & workshops
$242,000
In food cards given to veterans via Support A Hero
10,000+
Free rides provided to veterans in one year
Hundreds
Of small businesses evaluated and supported
Why it matters

Transformational and sustainable

Created with federal American Rescue Plan Act funding, Oakland Thrive was built to be transformational and sustainable — focusing resources on the regions and entrepreneurs who need them most, with special attention to woman-, minority-, veteran-, and LGBTQ+-owned and rural small businesses.

Equity

We are committed to fairly providing opportunities to every person we serve so that all can share in the prosperity of the region.

Foresight

We are committed to being attentive to trends, opportunities, and potential setbacks and being proactive in our approach.

Collaboration

We are committed to working together with our clients as partners committed to their success.

Adaptability

We are committed to being agile and flexible in order to meet the needs of the people we serve.

Accountability

We are committed to operating with full transparency and being held accountable to the public, government, stakeholders, and people we serve.

Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive economic environment that is reflective of the diverse cultural, racial, and socio-economic community we serve.

Be part of the impact

Partner with Oakland Thrive or make a contribution to help every business in the county thrive.