Michigan workers impacted by latest lockdowns can apply for money from state

Michiganders who lost wages, hours, or their jobs because of state COVID-19 health and safety orders issued in November can start applying for new grant funding Friday, January 15th. The Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association recently made an announcement about the $45 million in cash available as part of a bigger pandemic relief bill passed by the Michigan Legislature last year. 

The measure allows for a one-time grant of up to $1,650 for Michigan residents employed in specific industries who successfully complete an application. 

Who is eligible?

• • MI residents who lost wages, hours, or their job due to the Nov. shutdown orders - You might remember that those orders instituted a ban on indoor dining at bars and restaurants while completely shuttering venues such as casinos, bowling alleys, and movie theaters.

• People working in these specific industries as eligible: 

• • Bars 
  • Banquet halls 
  • Bowling alleys 
  • Cafeterias 
  • Casinos 
  • Caterers 
  • Food trucks 
  • Golf courses 
  • Hotels, motels, bed & breakfast, resorts 
  • Nightclubs 
  • Restaurants 
  • Theaters 
  • And other such recreational facilities

Apply online here and make sure to follow the instructions! 

(The application process opens Friday at 9 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. on Jan. 25)

Thanks for reading!