- Funding for Afro Latina & Latina businesses is so important because historically we have been denied bank loans and VC funding at higher rates. I know I have experienced this plenty of times, so I want to make sure I share my resources contigo, amiga.
- This list of grants and fellowships are for Afro Latina & Latina businesses that are just getting started or have been in business for many years.
- In this post, we’ll provide 15 grants and fellowships you can apply to today if you see something that another amiga can benefit from please share it!
VALDÉ BEAUTY ENTREPRENEUR GRANT The Latinx Beauty Entrepreneur Grant is VALDÉ first initiative stemming from the Valdé NFT Collective. This grant has been earmarked specifically to support Latinx beauty entrepreneurs which are under-represented in Beauty. Yet our consumer base over indexes in their beauty investment. The Latinx consumers want to see more beauty that speaks to them and understands the nuances, to solve needs but also feel seen and heard. VALDÉ BEAUTY ENTREPRENEUR GRANT Application and Deadline
Amber Grant WomensNet was created decades ago to help women achieve their business dreams. WomensNeto get a grant promotes encouraging stories of woman entrepreneurs just like you. Amber Grant Application and Deadline
Angel City FC Grant Program for Former Players Calling all athletes! Angel City FC (ACFC) has teamed up with IFundWomen to fund eight (8) athlete entrepreneurs to receive a $5,000 grant, an Annual IFundWomen Coaching membership, and exclusive training and networking opportunities as part of ACFC’s business accelerator program. Angel City FC Grant Program for Former Players Application and Deadline
Creative Wildfire Cohort Open call for applications for the 2023-2024 Creative Wildfire cohort. The program will support seven artists and storytellers to create new projects inspired by hidden histories of resistance. During a 10-month cohort, artists will create work that is inspiring, strategic to community organizing, and imagines the world we need to thrive. Creative Wildfire Cohort Application and Deadline
Driving Small Business Forward: $25K Grants The Progressive® Driving Small Business Forward fund program will provide $25,000 towards a commercial vehicle to 10 Black-owned small businesses. Driving Small Business Forward: $25K Grants Application and Grants
IFundWomen • Caress Dreams Fund Grant Program As the founding partner of IFundWomen of Color, Caress invested $1M to fund, support, and elevate Women of Color founders. This year, Caress is continuing their commitment to diverse entrepreneurs by awarding $5,000 grants plus a seat in the award-winning IFundWomen Method Crowdfunding Accelerator to 12 deserving applicants. Applications are now open through May 24th, 2023. IFundWomen • Caress Dreams Fund Grant Program Application and Deadline
eBay Up & Running Grants eBay is giving back to the small businesses powering America. In partnership with Hello Alice, eBay is awarding more than $500,000 in grants and education resources to support U.S. small businesses with the resources they need to scale, grow and thrive. eBay Up & Running Grants Application and Deadlines
IFundWomen Universal Grant Application The IFundWomen Universal Grant Application Database is where we look first for qualified grant applicants. Here’s how it works: when IFundWomen partners with a brand, we match the partner’s grant criteria to businesses in the database. If you’re a match for one of our sponsored grants, you will be notified. IFundWomen Universal Grant Application
$10K Grants: Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund Disasters are unpredictable — but critical support shouldn’t be. The average small business loses $3,000 every day they remain closed due to a natural disaster. To help restaurants recover in times of critical need, DoorDash has partnered with Hello Alice to create the Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund. The fund supports restaurants impacted by natural disasters like fires, floods, and hurricanes, and provides relief through $10,000 grants. $10K Grants: Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund Application and Deadline
In partnership with Founders First CDC and NEOO, the Center for Economic Inclusion Vanguard Accelerator are offering Black, Indigenous, and Latina-owned businesses capital investment and funding to accelerate their growth. 2023 Twin Cities Accelerator, Fund, and Grant Application and Deadline
It is essential to promote diversity and inclusivity in the funding process to create opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs. There are several resources available that can help Afro-Latina and Latina’s business owners secure funding. Some of these resources include:
Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) – CDFIs provide financial services to low-income and underserved communities, including micro-loans and other funding options. These institutions are focused on supporting local businesses and can be an excellent resource for Afro Latina and Latina entrepreneurs.
Crowdfunding – Crowdfunding platforms like IFundwomen can be a great way for Afro-Latina and Latina entrepreneurs to raise capital and promote their businesses to a wider audience.
Angel Investors – Angel investors are individuals who provide capital to startups or small businesses in exchange for equity or ownership in the company. Some angel investors may specifically focus on supporting diverse businesses.
It is also important to network and builds relationships with other entrepreneurs and organizations in the community to access more resources and opportunities. By supporting each other and sharing resources, we can create a more inclusive and equitable business environment.