Route 66 Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant

August 28, 2024Posted inMinority/Women Owned, Uncategorized
The Route 66 Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant program is part of the Road Ahead Partnership’s efforts to celebrate the upcoming Route 66 Centennial by helping the millions of people who live, work, and travel the Mother Road. Through private fund-raising efforts, including a major gift from the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Preserve Route 66 Initiative, the Road Ahead Partnership will award up to $60,000 via the Route 66 Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant program. 1. Read the Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant Program Guidelines Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant Program Purpose & Guidelines Purpose The Route 66 Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant program seeks to support businesses and…

CCWC Women of Color Entrepreneur Grant

December 6, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
Corporate Counsel Women of Color will award five (5) $5,000.00 Grants to women of color entrepreneurs. Criteria for the CCWC Women of Color Entrepreneur Grant: The business must operate in the United States. The business must be established as of January 1, 2020 with a EIN number. The business is a legal for-profit business.  The business has generated over $25,000 in revenue since January 1, 2020. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age at the time of submitting this application. The CCWC review committee will review submissions on a rolling basis, and grants will be awarded to…

Merchant Maverick Opportunity Grants Program

November 28, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
APPLY FOR AN OPPORTUNITY GRANT FOR NATIVE AMERICAN SMALL BUSINESSES The Merchant Maverick Opportunity Grants Program is a critical part of our mission to spark positive change in the B2B space. Its only purpose is to provide funding to businesses that experience barriers to traditional financing. While many marginalized groups find it difficult to obtain traditional bank lending or venture capital investment, this year, the Merchant Maverick Opportunity Grant will be awarded to two Native American/American Indian small business owners. Applications open on September 1st  and remain open until November 30th. Two winners will be selected for these $10K grants, and the winning businesses will…

Founders First Job Creators Quest Grant

November 15, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
Regional Grants: Southern CaliforniaThe Southern California Job Creators Quest Grant awards a total of $100,000 to 25 businesses in Southern California. ChicagoThe Chicago Job Creators Quest Grant awards a total of $100,000 to 25 small businesses across the city of Chicago. Philadelphia & New JerseyThe Pennsylvania/New Jersey Job Creators Quest Grant awards a total of $100,000 to 25 diverse-led small businesses in the region. TexasThe Texas Job Creators Quest Grant awards $100,000 in grants to 25 small businesses across the state of Texas. Regional Grants Pride FundThe LGBTQIA+ National Grant provides eligible small businesses the chance to receive one of…

#SUPPORTSMALLBIZ GRANT

November 2, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
Small Business Majority and Support Latino Business kick off the third annual #SupportSmallBiz Grant, honoring and celebrating diverse small businesses across the nation! Four (4) $2,500 awardees To be eligible to apply, a business must: Have at least one Latino/x founder with at least 50% ownership Have a legally registered U.S. for-profit business Have been in business for at least one year (prior to September of 2022) Be at least 18 years of age and a resident of the U.S. (including the District of Columbia and U.S. territories) Be a part of the SLB Directory Network. Sign up here. Join the Small Business…

Feed the Soul’s Restaurant Business Development Grant

October 17, 2023Posted inIndustry-Specific Grants, Minority/Women Owned, Uncategorized
This program is open to food businesses that are at least 51% owned by someone who belongs to one of the following categories: Black, Indigenous, Latinx, LGBTQ+, military veterans, persons with disabilities or formerly incarcerated individuals. In addition to a financial grant, Restaurant Business Development Program participants receive six months of consulting services and educational training. Applications to be a part of the next cohort are open from October 5, 2023 to January 31, 2024. 2023-2024 Restaurant Business Development Program Application Feed the Soul Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, developed to aid marginalized professionals in the culinary industry. Funding for…

Hawaii FoundHer Program

October 10, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
Native Hawaiian, Asian and Pacific Islander women business owners are eligible to apply for this accelerator program which starts in January 2024. In addition to a $20,000 grant, participants will receive a $4,000 stipend to put toward care costs. Applications are accepted until October 31, 2023. Program At A Glance 6 month duration Start date: March 2024 5 company cohort size Resources $20,000 grant $4,000 care stipend Weekly educational workshops  National network of business mentors and advisors Monthly retreats for place-based learning and networking opportunities Who We Serve For-profit small businesses Businesses in their early stages Proof of business concept …

Coca-cola Foundation Community Grant

May 15, 2023Posted inGeneral/Foundation Grants, Industry-Specific Grants, Minority/Women Owned
The Coca-Cola Foundation offers community grants to support organizations and initiatives that focus on community development, education, and entrepreneurship. Here are some key details about the Coca-Cola Foundation Community Grant program: Focus Areas: The grants provided by the Coca-Cola Foundation are typically focused on one or more of the following areas: Water stewardship and access to clean water Women's empowerment and economic opportunity Education and youth development Environmental sustainability Healthy living and active lifestyles Community well-being and disaster relief Eligibility: The Coca-Cola Foundation Community Grant program is open to nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, and other entities that are tax-exempt under…

Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program

May 3, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program is a year-long fellowship that provides women entrepreneurs with a $5,000 grant, a three-day workshop at the Tory Burch headquarters, and ongoing support and mentorship. To be eligible, your business must be based in the United States, be in the early stages of development (between six months and five years old), and have a strong social mission. The Tory Burch Foundation is a nonprofit organization that was founded in 2009 by fashion designer Tory Burch. The foundation's mission is to empower women entrepreneurs by providing access to capital, education, and mentorship. The Tory Burch…

National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED)

April 24, 2023Posted inMinority/Women Owned
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) is a non-profit organization that offers a variety of services to Native American-owned businesses, including grants and other funding opportunities. The NCAIED has a mission to promote economic development in Native American communities by providing resources and support to Native American entrepreneurs and businesses. The organization offers several types of grants to help Native American businesses start, grow, and succeed. These include: The Native American Business Enterprise Center (NABEC) Grant Program: This program provides grants to Native American-owned businesses that need assistance with business planning, marketing, and other aspects of running…