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Clinton County, Indiana, is an appealing destination for remote workers, offering an affordable cost of living, a peaceful rural environment, and a strong community spirit. With easy access to larger cities like Indianapolis and Lafayette, residents enjoy the best of both worlds. The county boasts reliable internet, numerous parks, and recreational opportunities, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Rich in history and local charm, Clinton County also features diverse dining options, quality educational resources, and a safe environment, making it an ideal place for remote work and family life.

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Clinton County offers a blend of small-town charm and a strong sense of community, with several historical landmarks, parks, and annual events that reflect its rich heritage and cultural spirit. The community is welcoming and diverse, embracing people from various backgrounds and fostering a sense of inclusion and unity.

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One Year Membership to the Ironblock Coworking Space  

One Gallon of Glover's Flavor of the Month Ice Cream Every Month for One Year

Free 3 month household pass to CORE Community Center

Stay. Grow. Lead—Right Here in Greater Flint.

The International Center of Greater Flint is proud to introduce Genesee Future Forward, a new program designed to attract and retain college and university students in Genesee County by helping them build strong careers and vibrant lives—right where it all begins.

The program targets students and recent grads from both local institutions and beyond who have the potential to live and work in the region after graduation, especially those with skills in high-demand fields like healthcare, education, and STEM.

A package of non-monetary benefits, including:

Memberships to local professional organizations like the Flint & Genesee Chamber and Young Professionals group

Guest passes to local cultural and recreational venues

Structured networking opportunities with local employers

Whether you’re finishing school nearby or exploring a future in Flint from afar, Genesee Future Forward is here to help you find purpose, community, and career opportunity in the heart of Michigan.

The International Center of Greater Flint is proud to introduce Genesee Future Forward, a new initiative designed to keep top talent in Genesee County by helping students and recent grads build strong careers and vibrant lives—right where it all begins.

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Genesee Future Forward

Want deep musical roots? Soulful community energy? A place that just 

Looking for a soulful, creative community with deep roots and big opportunities?


—a city that blends historic richness, vibrant culture, and Southern hospitality—is ready to welcome you home.


This is a city where the past and future live side by side. Explore streets lined with stunning architecture, immerse yourself in a music legacy that shaped American culture, and connect with a community that’s as cooperative as it is creative.

Located right in the heart of Georgia, Macon offers:

—home of legends like Otis Redding and Little Richard

 that keeps you connected without the chaos

Whether you're a remote worker looking to put down roots or a creative spirit seeking a more inspiring backdrop, Macon is the kind of place that lets you grow—


Relocating to Macon will soon come with 

 designed to make your move easier, more affordable, and full of Southern warmth.
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A place that invites you to slow down, engage fully, and live meaningfully. Whether you’re catching live music downtown, collaborating in a local maker space, or enjoying a quiet afternoon on your front porch, Macon makes it easy to love where you live.

 in Macon-Bibb county? Take a look below. 

Looking for a place with soul, history, and heart? Choose Macon—a city where music legends were born, creativity thrives, and community runs deep. With beautiful architecture, affordable living, and exciting relocation incentives coming soon, Macon is ready to welcome you home.

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Where Startups Scale and Innovation Takes Root.

The City of Detroit is proud to launch the 

, a new initiative designed to elevate startup talent in Detroit and drive Michigan’s innovation ecosystem forward. Targeting recent graduates from Michigan universities, the program helps promising founders stay and scale their ventures in-state—strengthening Detroit as a hub for AI, biotech, clean energy, smart manufacturing, mobility, and other emerging industries.

 to network, collaborate, and connect with local entrepreneurs and mentors

Detroit’s startup scene is growing fast—and your future could grow with it. Whether you're launching your venture or taking it to the next stage, this is your chance to build something bold in a city built on reinvention.

The City of Detroit is proud to introduce the DetroitTech Fellowship Program, a new initiative to elevate Michigan’s next generation of founders and innovators. Designed for recent graduates of Michigan universities, this program helps promising startup talent stay and scale in-state—while reinforcing Detroit’s position as a leader in AI, biotech, clean energy, mobility, and smart manufacturing.

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Detroit Tech Fellowship

There's a lot to love about Buffalo, New York, including lower cost of living, revitalized neighborhoods, high-performing schools, a diverse population, outdoor recreation, arts, Niagara Falls and a burgeoning craft beer scene. The big city with a small-town feel has been a list-maker in the last ten years having been rated as the 10th Best Place to Raise a Family by Forbes Magazine, America’s #1 Most Affordable City by Forbes Magazine, 2nd Best City to Relocate to in America by CNBC.com and a top city where millennials are moving by TIME.

Here from folks who made the decision to Be in Buffalo:

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Build Your Life. Find Your People. Thrive in Traverse.

Northwest Michigan isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place to belong. 

, a new initiative from Traverse Connect, is designed to help professionals relocating to or already working in the region put down meaningful roots and feel at home from day one.

Participants will receive housing assistance, wraparound relocation support, and one-on-one sessions with regional ambassadors to explore networking opportunities, community involvement, childcare options, and other local resources.

To deepen your connection to the community, the program also includes exclusive cultural and lifestyle perks—from coworking space memberships and admission to professional networking events, to free passes for concerts, theater performances, and arts experiences.

Whether you're here to grow your career, build a family, or just live more fully—Traverse is ready to welcome you.

Northwest Michigan isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place to belong. Get Connected in Traverse, a new initiative from Traverse Connect, is designed to help professionals relocating to or already working in the region put down meaningful roots and feel at home from day one.

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MI Way North

Montpelier

More than just pretty landscapes, Vermont residents enjoy award-winning schools, a thriving small business environment, craft breweries and Bernie Sanders. Remote workers receive up to $5,000 per year for up to two years. Applicants who move and become a full-time employee of a Vermont business are eligible for up to $7,500.

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Culver, IN is an excellent community for remote workers looking for a peaceful, inspiring, and picturesque place to call home. Located on the shores of Lake Maxinkuckee, the town offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities. The Culver Academies, a top-notch private boarding school for grades 9-12, is in the heart of the town. Culver's friendly community and charming downtown area, with locally owned shops and restaurants, make it easy to support small businesses and get to know your neighbors.

Culver, IN is an excellent community for remote workers looking for a peaceful, inspiring, and picturesque place to call home. Located on the shores of Lake Maxinkuckee, the town offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities.

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A Warm Welcome from the South Bend-Elkhart Regional Partnership

Honolulu

UPDATE: We've learned that Hawaii's Movers & Shakas program has been retired. Bummer. We'll let you know if there are updates.

Remote workers get deep travel discounts, free co-working space and connect to the island community through volunteer programs. The deal only requires a 30-day stay but like, who’s leaving Hawaii?

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“Macon gave me space to breathe, grow, and reconnect. The people here truly want to see you succeed—and they make you feel like you belong.”

Welcome to Macon, Georgia—a city where opportunity meets community and your next chapter can truly take root. With the 

 program, we’re helping job seekers like you find more than just a new zip code—we’re helping you build a life.

Whether you’re growing your career, searching for a fresh start, or coming home to your roots, Macon offers a rare balance of 

, all at a pace (and price) that puts your goals within reach.

 for the Choose Macon program through MakeMyMove

Get connected to local job openings and resources using the Choose Macon resources below like the Greater Careers Job Board

 a local job, continue working with the local Macon team and MakeMyMove

 to confirm eligibility and begin your housing search

 program connects you with job opportunities that match your experience and aspirations. Our local partners can help support and encourage you as you connect with local employers actively hiring in fields like:

 The local Macon team is not a recruiting service. Rather, our team and partners can support you as you work to secure a local job by answering community questions and giving you the context you need to find your fit. Please start with using the resources available to you like the Greater Career Works Job Board linked above.

Macon is more than a place—it’s a community on the rise. Just 90 minutes from Atlanta, Macon offers:

A low cost of living and attainable homeownership

Deep cultural roots and a thriving arts scene

A downtown full of energy, history, and innovation

Whether it be healthcare or education, skilled trades to startups, 

Macon is a place where you can grow a career—and a community.

From your first hello to your first community event, you won’t be going it alone. Our local ambassadors, business leaders, and community partners are excited to welcome you.

We can't wait to welcome you home to Macon! Learn more about our community below.

Find more than a job—build a life in Macon, Georgia. Through this relocation program, job seekers can connect with local employers, explore housing options, and join a community that’s invested in their success. With a welcoming atmosphere, affordable living, and a thriving local culture, Macon is the perfect place to grow your career and plant roots.

Work Local, Live Well: Choose Macon

Harmony

Remote workers are invited to Harmony, Minnesota which is offering up to $12,000 in cash rebates toward the purchase of a new home. Nearby, the countryside is dotted with wineries and distilleries and recreational activities for snow and water. Harmony is home to Niagara Cave, one of the top ten caves in the United States.

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Today, Crawfordsville continues to amaze with its innovative roots and collaborative approach to place building. In fact, many of its amenities and programs are those usually seen in much larger communities.

In 2015, Crawfordsville became an Indiana Stellar Communities designee, a statewide program which provides resources to communities for transformational quality of place initiatives. As a designee, Crawfordsville leveraged millions of dollars to invest in--and complete--a number of very successful projects. These included a city-wide bike/pedestrian trail system linking the Wabash College campus to downtown, Pike Place an outside events venue and park, and the City's cornerstone project--Fusion 54. This multi-story facility houses a synergistic collaboration of growth entities such as the Fusion 54 Center, - an entrepreneurship support organization and coworking location, Wabash College's Center for Innovation, Crawfordsville Economic Development, and Volunteer 54.  

Another unique project currently underway is the repurposing of a historical landmark in the heart of downtown known as the Ben Hur Building. When complete it will house a boutique hotel, restaurant, and penthouse apartments.

Understanding the dynamics of the housing market, the City has taken proactive steps to affect change in this sector by working in partnership with residential developers to create the diversity of housing inventory required to attract young millennials, young professionals with children, and active seniors. As a 10GB location, Crawfordsville's fiber infrastructure can support the technology needs of remote workers and e-learners alike, and when combined with an average cost-per-square-foot of $100 and a median selling price of $149,000 for a single-family residence, makes Crawfordsville a highly desirable location. In addition to fast internet and affordable housing, Crawfordsville knows that finding primary care is a top priority for remote workers looking to move. Crawfordsville has you covered by providing one year of primary care at the Crawfordsville Chamber Health Clinic so you know you'll have access to quality care.

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Residents enjoy a city-wide bike/pedestrian trail system linking the Wabash College campus to downtown, Pike Place an outside events venue and park, and the City's cornerstone project--Fusion 54. This multi-story facility houses a synergistic collaboration of growth entities such as the Fusion 54 Center, - an entrepreneurship support organization and coworking location, Wabash College's Center for Innovation, Crawfordsville Economic Development, and Volunteer 54.

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1-year free membership to Fusion 54 Co-Working Space and half-price second year.

1-year of primary care at the Chamber Health Clinic

Annual Crawfordsville Community Center Pass

Community Welcome Dinner with the Mayor & business community

1-year Social Membership to Crawfordsville Country Club

Rooted in Opportunity: Outreach, Training, Employment, and Development

West Michigan is a place where careers take root and communities grow strong—and we’re here to help you be part of it.

 is a new program designed to support individuals who are launching or advancing their careers in high-demand fields like healthcare, IT, advanced manufacturing, and more. If you’re already working or planning to work in the region, you could be eligible for 

—plus personalized resources to help you stay and thrive.

Whether you're an international student navigating your career path in the U.S., a professional seeking to re-enter your trained field, or someone working to overcome challenges on the road to long-term stability, this program is built with you in mind.

Legal guidance for international students on CPT or OPT

Rent, transportation, or childcare assistance

Career coaching and re-credentialing support

Employer-connected training and upskilling

Navigation to community services and job-readiness resources

Rooted in opportunity, this program is your chance to grow in West Michigan.

Applications will open soon. Let’s build your future—right here.

West Michigan Rooted offers up to $5,000 in support for international individuals growing their careers in high-demand industries like healthcare, IT, and advanced manufacturing. From legal guidance and job training to rental assistance and career coaching, this program helps you overcome barriers and build a future in West Michigan.

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West Michigan Rooted

West Michigan Rooted offers personalized support to help you succeed and stay rooted in Michigan: 

Legal assistance for international students on CPT or OPT who are working toward permanent residency

Barrier removal support such as rent or down payment assistance, student loan forgiveness, transportation, childcare, or other job-readiness needs

Career coaching and help navigating re-entry into your trained profession, including support for re-credentialing

Upskilling guidance and access to employer-sponsored training programs

Resource navigation to connect you with community services and support systems

Training opportunities such as English as a Second Language (ESL), on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and industry-recognized certifications in high-demand fields like healthcare, IT, construction, and advanced manufacturing

South Bend is the perfect community for remote workers looking for a welcoming, genuine, and inspirational place to call home. Here are just a few reasons why we think you should consider moving to this vibrant and unique city.

First of all, South Bend is a great place to raise a family. The city has a variety of excellent schools, including several highly-ranked public and private institutions. There are also plenty of family-friendly activities to enjoy, from exploring the city's many parks and museums to attending sporting events or concerts.

But South Bend isn't just a great place for families. It's also a thriving community with plenty of opportunities for remote workers. The city has a growing tech industry and is home to several startup incubators and co-working spaces. Plus, with its affordable cost of living and reliable internet access, South Bend is the perfect place for remote workers who want to enjoy a high quality of life without breaking the bank.

But what really sets South Bend apart is its people. We've talked to locals who are passionate about their city and eager to welcome newcomers with open arms. Whether you're interested in getting involved in the community through volunteering, joining a local sports league, or just getting to know your neighbors, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with others in South Bend.

We believe that South Bend is the perfect community for remote workers who want to empower themselves and their families by finding the perfect place to call home. We invite you to explore all that South Bend has to offer and discover why it's the perfect place for you.

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Michigan Centered: For Central Michigan University Graduates - 

What if the best place to launch your next chapter is right where you already are?

 program is your invitation to stay rooted and rise strong in the heart of the state. Designed for soon-to-be and recent graduates of Central Michigan University, this initiative helps you build a life—not just a resume—in Mt. Pleasant and the surrounding Middle Michigan region.

Up to $1,500 reimbursement to help with rent, mortgage, childcare, and other qualifying expenses associated with graduating and starting out on your own!

A Morey Courts gym membership to stay active and well

Financial planning assistance from a local bank to set you up for long-term success

Membership in the Young Professionals Network to build your career connections

An Isabella County Parks Pass to explore the region’s natural beauty

Built-in community connections to help you get involved and feel at home

Middle Michigan is full of energy, opportunity, and heart. From lively festivals and serene trails to career-building jobs and supportive neighbors, this region offers the best of both campus life and community living.

You're not alone here. Through our partnership with Epicenter Mt. Pleasant, you’ll get to know other young professionals—including inspiring alumni from the local 40 Under 40 list—who are making a difference and building lives they love in this place.

If you're looking for more than just your next job—and want to build a life where you’re seen, supported, and centered—

Middle Michigan Development Corporation is proud to introduce Find Yourself Michigan Centered—a new program designed for soon-to-be graduates of Central Michigan University who are ready to grow their future in the heart of the state. This is more than just a relocation program—it’s an invitation to launch your life where opportunity meets community.

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Up to $1,500 reimbursement to help with rent, mortgage, childcare, and other qualifying expenses

Grow Roots. Inspire Minds. Build Your Future in the Classroom.

West Michigan is investing in the next generation of educators—and your future is part of the plan. 

, addresses critical educator shortages by offering a 

 for aspiring teachers pursuing certification in high-need areas like 

secondary STEM, foreign languages, and special education

Participants will receive housing or relocation assistance, plus access to essential wraparound services such as housing navigation, food support, mental health resources, and childcare solutions. The program also offers ongoing mentorship, job placement assistance, and a direct connection to West Michigan’s education ecosystem—so you're not just prepared for your first day in the classroom, but for a long-term, meaningful career in education.

If you're ready to teach, serve, and stay rooted—

West Michigan is investing in the next generation of educators—and your future is part of the plan. Teach Here Grand Rapids, a pilot initiative from KConnect, offers a comprehensive support system for aspiring teachers seeking certification in high-need areas like secondary STEM, foreign languages, and special education.

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Teach Here West Michigan

Fueling Michigan’s Future, One Founder at a Time.

, a bold new initiative to support the next wave of Michigan’s innovation economy by investing in the people building it. Whether you're a local entrepreneur ready to scale, a high-potential founder from outside the state, or a visionary innovator returning to your Michigan roots, this program is designed to help you grow—right here in Michigan.

Founder Forward aims to drive both talent recruitment and retention by engaging early- and growth-stage founders across diverse industries. The program prioritizes those who have not yet had access to Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, including underrepresented entrepreneurs, founders in emerging markets, and those seeking structured mentorship, funding networks, and meaningful ecosystem connections.

Curated mentorship and networking opportunities

If you're building something big and looking for a place to grow, consider this your sign to build in Michigan—and build with purpose.

Michigan Women Forward is launching Find Your Way Forward in Detroit, a bold new initiative to support the next wave of Michigan’s innovation economy by investing in the people building it. Whether you're a local entrepreneur ready to scale or a visionary founder returning to your roots, this program is designed to help you grow—right here in the Motor City.

Founder Forward

Elkhart, IN is an excellent community for remote workers who are looking for a welcoming, inspiring, and vibrant place to call home. Here are a few reasons why we think you should consider making the move to Elkhart:

First and foremost, Elkhart is surrounded by natural beauty. The city is located near several stunning parks, including the beautiful Bonneyville Mill County Park and the nearby St. Joseph River. If you're a nature lover, you'll appreciate the many opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring the great outdoors that Elkhart has to offer.

In addition to its natural beauty, Elkhart also has an outstanding school system. The city's schools are highly rated, and there are plenty of options to choose from, including several top-notch private schools. If you have children, you'll be able to rest easy knowing that they're getting a great education in a safe and nurturing environment.

Finally, Elkhart has a thriving manufacturing industry, with a number of companies that specialize in everything from RVs to musical instruments. This means that there are plenty of opportunities for remote workers who are looking for work in the manufacturing or engineering fields. And even if you're not looking for a job, you'll appreciate the energy and vitality that these industries bring to the community.

You'll find that Elkhart is the perfect community for remote workers who want to empower themselves and their families by finding the perfect place to call home. We invite you to explore all that Elkhart has to offer, from its beautiful parks and excellent schools to its vibrant manufacturing industry, and discover why it's the perfect place for you.

Elkhart, IN is an excellent community for remote workers who are looking for a welcoming, inspiring, and vibrant place to call home. 

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