Grants for Black Woman Owned Businesses
Securing funding is a pivotal step for Black women entrepreneurs aiming to launch or expand their businesses. To assist in this endeavor, here are several grant opportunities tailored specifically for Black women-owned businesses:
1. Wish Local Empowerment Program
Description: Wish is dedicating a $2 million fund to support approximately 4,000 Black-owned small businesses. Selected recipients will receive grants ranging from $500 to $2,000.
More Information: Wish Local Empowerment Program
2. Black Doula Grant Program by Prisma Health
Description: In partnership with TD Charitable Foundation, Prisma Health offers funding up to $1,000 for doula support services to eligible Black women aiming to enhance positive birth outcomes.
More Information: Black Doula Grant Program
3. Black Birth Equity Fund by Dove
Description: Dove's initiative provides grants to Black expectant mothers seeking doula services, aiming to improve Black maternal health outcomes.
More Information: Black Birth Equity Fund
4. Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant
Description: This program offers grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000, along with Nikon equipment, to Black women photographers to support their visual projects.
More Information: Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant
5. Keep It Local Business Fund by NAACP and Nextdoor Kind Foundation
Description: This fund provides microgrants to U.S. small business owners of color to strengthen and support local communities.
More Information: Keep It Local Business Fund
6. IMPACT Grants by Impact Funding Solutions
Description: Offers $1,000 grants to nonprofits focused on innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.
More Information: IMPACT Grant Application
7. National Black Business Pitch
Description: An annual competition where Black business owners pitch their businesses to a virtual audience, with winners receiving prizes up to $10,000.
More Information: National Black Business Pitch
8. MUSE Accelerator by Ulta Beauty
Description: A 10-week program providing $50,000 in funding and educational programming to minority-owned beauty brands to prepare them for retail success.
More Information: MUSE Accelerator
9. EmpowHer Grants by Boundless Futures Foundation
Description: Provides grants up to $25,000 to female entrepreneurs whose businesses make a social impact. Funding is remitted as reimbursement for business-related expenses.
More Information: EmpowHer Grants
10. Ladies Who Launch Small Business Grants Database
Description: A comprehensive database to help women and non-binary small business owners explore various funding opportunities across different business stages.
More Information: Ladies Who Launch Grants Database
These grants and programs are designed to empower Black women entrepreneurs by providing financial support and resources to help their businesses thrive. Be sure to review each opportunity's eligibility criteria and application deadlines to maximize your chances of securing funding.
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