Women and racial minorities have faced many barriers in the business world over the years.
And many people still face inequality today. However, there are several ongoing one-off grant programs aimed at supporting these entrepreneurs throughout their journey.
Here are some opportunities that may benefit women and minority entrepreneurs today.
Amber Grant
Amber Grant is an ongoing program that supports women-owned businesses through grants. WomensNet manages an annual fundraising program as well as programs that provide at least $30,000 per month. To apply, female entrepreneurs simply submit their basic information online and have the chance to participate in all of the organization’s programs. Grant recipients will be announced on the 23rd of each month.
Hello Alice Grants
Hello Alice is a funding source for small businesses and operates a variety of grant programs with corporate partners. Each season offers different opportunities, each with their own rules and eligibility criteria. However, many of them focus specifically on women, minorities, or other underserved groups. We support minority owned businesses.
IFundWomen Universal Grant Application Database
IFundWomen is a charity that supports businesses owned by women and people of color. The organization partners with several companies and nonprofits throughout the year for various programs. In addition to specific programs, the organization offers a universal grant application form. This database stores the information so that you can quickly and easily submit your application to any program relevant to your business. You can also receive alerts when new opportunities are released.
Fastbreak for small business
LegalZoom partners with the NBA, WNBA, and NBA G League to offer a Fast Break grant program for small businesses. The initiative provides $3 million in grants and other support services each year to eligible businesses, with a particular focus on minority and underrepresented entrepreneurs. Each company can apply for up to $10,000 in grants and business-building assistance from LegalZoom. The 2022 funding round has closed, but the next round is scheduled for his 2022-23 NBA season.
Verizon Small Business Recovery Grants
Verizon is working with National ACE to offer Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grants through LISC. National ACE is an organization that supports AAPI-owned businesses through grants and other support resources. Eligible businesses must apply for the program by November 30th. To qualify, he must complete two certification courses through National ACE. The organization also regularly offers other grant programs for AAPI-owned businesses.
Urika Power Up Grant
Ureeka’s PowerUp program provides grants to Latin X-owned small businesses in California, Texas and New York. Eligible companies can apply for a $5,000 grant along with coaching support and other resources. The final funding round was recently closed. But check the website or sign up for updates to learn about future opportunities.
Cartier Women’s Initiative Award
Cartier’s Women’s Initiative Awards Program is an annual program that supports women entrepreneurs. Launched in 2006, the program offers prizes of up to $100,000 to women-owned and women-run businesses around the world. In 2023, we will add further regional awards for French-speaking sub-Saharan Africa and Oceania, as well as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion awards to promote entrepreneurship in underserved communities. add. The latter is open to people of all genders.
Tory Burch Fellow Program
The Tory Burch Foundation offers a fellowship program to support early-stage startups founded by women. In addition to her $5,000 grant awarded to fellows, the program includes mentorship and access to a variety of educational resources. The 2023 program is currently accepting applications through November 3rd. The next round will officially start in summer 2023 for her.
A woman starting a grant program
Ladies Who Launch supports women and non-binary business owners with grants and educational resources. Participants get a $10,000 grant, WBENC certification, access to a community of other entrepreneurs, and her six-month educational program. The next round is set to open the application in January 2023.
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