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Amber Grant

By admin April 18, 2022Minority/Women Owned

WomensNet founded the “Amber Grant” in 1998. The grant was set up with one goal in mind: to honor the memory of a very special young woman, Amber Wigdahl, who died at just 19 years old — before realizing her business dreams. Today, WomensNet carries on that tradition, proudly giving away at least $30,000 every month in Amber Grant money. In recognition of the diversity of businesses owned by women, we’ve also expanded our grant-giving to include “Marketing Grants,” “Business Category Grants,” as well as two “$25,000 Year End Grants.” Monthly Amber Grant $10,000 winner each month Each month, our…

Walmart Local Community Grants

By admin April 12, 2022General/Foundation Grants

Local Community grants range from a minimum of $250 to a maximum of $5,000.Eligible nonprofit organizations must operate on the local level (or be an affiliate/chapter of a larger organization that operates locally) and directly benefit the service area of the facility from which they are requesting funding.The 2022 grant cycle begins Feb. 1, 2022 and the application deadline is Dec. 31, 2022.Applications may be submitted at any time during this funding cycle. Please note that applications will only remain active in our system for 90 days, and at the end of this period they will be automatically rejected.Organizations may only submit a total number of…

StreetShares Veteran Small Business Award

By admin April 5, 2022Minority/Women Owned

The StreetShares Foundation is committed to creating more opportunities for military veteran entrepreneurs. Their grant program allows us to boost veteran small businesses in a big way by providing opportunities for access to capital. Grant amount: $4,000-$15,000 The StreetShares Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides grants and other funding opportunities for veterans and their families to support and maintain their small businesses. The mission of this organization is to educate, support, and encourage veteran entrepreneurship by providing the resources that may be challenging for this community to secure. This is a terrific resource for veteran entrepreneurs because of its…

Patagonia Corporate Grant

By admin March 29, 2022General/Foundation Grants, Industry-Specific Grants

Funding focuses on organizations that have or can create a strong base of support. Because they're a privately held company, they have the freedom to fund risk-taking, off-the-beaten-track groups, and that’s where they believe their small grants are most effective. They accept one proposal per group in a given fiscal year (May 1–April 30), with deadlines varying from program to program. The typical grant size also varies from program to program, but generally ranges between $5,000 and $20,000. All grant proposals that are successfully submitted to the appropriate program are reviewed by their Grants Councils within six months of the deadline.…

Halstead Grant

By admin March 21, 2022Industry-Specific Grants, Start Up

The Halstead Grant is an annual award for emerging silver jewelry artists. Applicants submit answers to 15 business questions in addition to their design portfolios. The experience is designed to help jewelry entrepreneurs create a strategy to kick-start their careers. The grand prize is a $7,500 cash grant plus other benefits. The deadline is August 1st each year. I am not sure if you would consider my business to be started within the last five years. What are the criteria for this qualification? In general, we identify your starting point as the time when you started selling your jewelry for…

1MBB Operation Hope

By admin March 15, 2022Minority/Women Owned

HOPE has set a goal of creating 1 million Black-owned businesses by the year 2030 and has provided a suit of services valued at $25,000 to each program participant. With access to Shopify’s robust e-commerce platform, personalized coaching, and training modules, Black business owners will be prepared with the knowledge and tools needed to increase wealth and provide impact to their communities. To join 1MBB or to become an organizational partner, visit www.hope1mbb.org. Great for future or current business owners: If you have dreamed about starting a Black business, or are a Black business owner, we can provide you with guidance…

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

By admin March 8, 2022General/Foundation Grants, Industry-Specific Grants

The purpose of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. Specialty crops are defined as “fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture).” The agency, commission, or department responsible for agriculture within any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is eligible to apply directly to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for grant funds. Organizations or individuals interested in the SCBGP should contact their state department of…

Growing MI Business Grant Program

By admin March 1, 2022Government Grant

Just opened March 1, 2022 Eligible BusinessesIn order to be eligible to apply for business resources you must be one of the followingbusiness types listed below and not tax exempt, and not a government entity. Entertainment venues (includes the following): AuditoriumArenaBanquet HallCinemaConcert HallConference CenterPerfomrance VenueSporting VenueStadiumTheater Recreation Facility or Public Place of Amusement (includes the following): Amusement parkArcadeBingo hallBowling aleyCasinoNightclubSkating rinkWater parkTrampoline parkCosmetology or Barber Service*Exercice Facility/Gym*Food Service Establishment*Nursery Dealer or Grower*Athletic Trainer*Body Art Facility*Hotel or Bed & Breakfast* *Detailed definitions related to all eligible business categories and additional eligibility requirements canbe found at www.michigan.gov/abr Information RequirementsBusinesses will need to…

SBA 7(a) Loan

By admin February 22, 2022Government Grant

What is a 7(a) loan? The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes financial help for small businesses with special requirements. This is the best option when real estate is part of a business purchase, but it can also be used for: Short- and long-term working capital Refinance current business debt Purchase furniture, fixtures, and supplies The maximum loan amount for a 7(a) loan is $5 million. Key eligibility factors are based on what the business does to receive its income, its credit history, and where the business operates. Your lender will help you figure out which type of loan is…

FedEx Small Business Grant Contest

By admin February 15, 2022General/Foundation Grants, Minority/Women Owned

FedEx hosts an annual contest to award grant funding to deserving small businesses. This is the tenth year for the contest. This year, the initial application period goes from February 10-28. Businesses with 100 employees or fewer are eligible to apply. The application process requires signing up for a FedEx account, writing a company bio, and uploading photos and videos. After that, a top 100 businesses will be selected. And a public voting period will determine the ultimate winners. A grand prize of $50,000 will go to three winners. And seven first place winners will receive $20,000, along with other prizes. All…