Several Western Market Chalet Businesses Awarded Competitive Grants

August 27, 2025

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Western Market Chalet Businesses Receive Competitive Grants

Muskegon (MI) — Several Western Market vendors have been recognized this summer for their innovation and entrepreneurship through competitive grant programs.

  • Body Party – Chalet O
    Owner Alexia Price Oneal was selected as one of Start Garden’s Top 100 Entrepreneurs through their 100 Business Pitch Competition. Out of more than 400 applicants across Michigan, Alexia received a $1,000 grant and will advance to Demo Day at GLC 20 Monroe Live, where finalists will compete for larger awards and growth opportunities.

  • Geek Lounge – Chalet B
    Owner Ke’Yonna Black received a $5,000 Muskegon Innovation Hub Direct Grant to support her growing business, which offers a vibrant community space for anime enthusiasts.

  • Metamade – Chalet Q
    Owner Stacy DeMeester was awarded a $10,000 Muskegon Innovation Hub Direct Grant as well as a $5,000 Comcast RISE Grant. Her work blends artistry and craftsmanship, and these grants will help strengthen Metamade’s growth and presence in West Michigan.

These awards highlight the creativity, drive, and entrepreneurial spirit of our chalet vendors. Western Market is proud to see our businesses continue to thrive and gain recognition at both local and statewide levels.

Check out these and all our chalet shops at the Western Market Website, and be sure to follow the Western Market and Chalet pages on social for the most up-to-date hours, promotions, deals, and product offerings!

Western Market
Made up of 17 Chalets
Facebook: Western Market

Chalet A – Thirsty Mitten
“Dirty” sodas and energy beverages.
Facebook: The Thirsty Mitten

Chalet B – Geek Lounge
Ramen, snacks, and anime-inspired vibes.
Facebook: Geek Lounge

Chalet C – Karast Conscious
Handmade jewelry.
Facebook: Karast Conscious

Chalet D – Rogue River Trading Co LLC
Loose leaf tea.
Facebook: Rouge River Trading Co LLC

Chalet E – Store In A Box
Downtown convenience store.
Facebook: Store in a Box

Chalet F – Right Round Records
Records and CDs.
Facebook: Right Round Records

Chalet G – 3rd Coast Art
Original artwork and products.
Facebook: 3rd Coast Art & Oddities

Chalet H – Splendid Sprouts LLC
Microgreens.
Facebook: Splendid Sprouts

Chalet I – Portcitees, LLC
Muskegon & MI apparel.
Facebook: Portcitees

Chalet J – All Essentially Free
Handcrafted, clean skincare.
Facebook: All Essentially Free

Chalet K – Gramer Permanent Jewelry
Permanent jewelry.
Facebook: Gramer Permanent Jewelry

Chalet L – Hanky-Rue Toy Shop
Children’s items.
Facebook: Hanky-Rue Toy Shop 

Chalet M – Don Cox Pots
Pottery.
Facebook: Not available

Chalet N – Jeremy Church Photography
Scenic Michigan photography.
Facebook: Jeremychurchphotography

Chalet O – Body Party
Self-love boutique.
Facebook: Body Party

Chalet P – [FILL]ANTHROPIE
Zero-waste refillery.
Facebook: Fillanthropie

Chalet Q – Metamade
Sustainable fashion.
Facebook: Metamade