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Applications are the open for the Black and Brown Founders Empower Growth Fund. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
The Empower Growth Micro-Grant aims to provide a financial boost to two underrepresented entrepreneurs who have already demonstrated business success by generating annual revenue in the last 12 months. This grant is designed to help scale, stabilize, or systematize their business growth.
Grant Usage
The micro-grant may be used for:
Marketing and customer acquisition
Technology upgrades (e.g., CRM, automation tools)
Website improvements or e-commerce enhancements
Hiring consultants or fractional professionals
Scaling production or service delivery
Grant Amount: $5,000 each (2 recipients)
Applicants must:
Identify as an small businesses
Operate a legally registered business in the United States
Have generated in revenue in the past 12 months
Be in business for at least 18 months
Submit a clear plan for how the $5,000 will be used for business growth or system development
Applicants must submit:
A completed application form
Proof of revenue (P&L, bank statements, or tax return summary)
A 250-word mini-essay: “How will this micro-grant help you scale or systematize your business?”
Optional: 1-minute video pitch
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of business leaders and community stakeholders. Winners will be chosen based on:
Impact potential of the proposed use of funds
Clarity of goals and plan
Business traction and community contribution