It can be a bit challenging finding funding resources for your business. We have compiled a list of grants and funding resources that will hopefully help in your quest. Links have been provided to obtain additional information.
While some opportunities are not yet open, it is a good idea to set a calendar reminder to revisit the opportunity at the appropriate time.
The Amber Grant
There is a $2000 grant awarded each month. All monthly winners are then eligible to win an annual grant of $25,000 of which there is one winner. You can see past winners on the site. The next deadline is October 31, 2019.
-Grantor: WomensNet
-$15 application fee
-Grant dollar range:
$2,000 each month
$25,000 to one monthly winner, awarded each year
-Industry grant applies to: Not specific or limited
-Link to grant:
https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-amber-grant/apply-now/
Cartier Women's Initiative Awards
The call for applications is closed for 2020; however, I suggest reading through the requirements and set a calendar reminder for next cycle.
-Grantor: Cartier Women's Initiative
-Grant dollar range:
7 winners (1 from each of 7 regions): $100,000 each
14 finalists (2 from each region): $30,000
-Industry grant applies to: Not specific or limited;
-Link to grant:
https://www.cartierwomensinitiative.com/
https://www.cartierwomensinitiative.com/sites/default/files/atoms/files/about_2019_en_def.pdf
The Girlboss Foundation Grant
This is another one to keep your eye on for the next cycle. The foundation launched in 2014, and not only do winners get $15,000, but they also get exposure on the Girl Boss platform and local and regional press.
-Grantor: The Girlboss Foundation
-Grant dollar range: $15,000 (awarded biannually)
-Industry grant applies to: design, fashion, music, and the arts
-Link to grant
https://www.girlboss.com/foundation
https://www.girlboss.com/foundation/apply
Startup Runway Foundation
This opportunity introduces top under-represented applicants to investors. Visit the link to get more detailed information. This explains the straightforward application process.
-Grantor: Startup Runway
-Grant dollar range: $5000 to $10,000
-Industry grant applies to: technical products or solutions
-Link to grant:
https://startuprunway.co/how-to-apply-f6s/
AAUW Community Action Grants
Grant projects must have a direct public impact, be nonpartisan, and take place within the United States or its territories.
-Grantor: American Association of University Women (AAUW)
-Grant dollar range:
One-Year Grant: $2,000–$7,000 over One Year
Two-Year Grant: $5,000–$10,000 over Two Years
-Industry grant applies to: community programming or non-degree research
-Link to grant:
https://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/community-action-grants/
Additional Resources:
Grant: The Eileen Fisher Women-Owned Business Grant looks very impressive but little specific information about amounts or the application process is available:
https://www.eileenfisher.com/grants/women-owned-business/women-owned-business-overview/
Investor Group: 37 Angels is an angel investment group of women investors. They make investments, not grants, but an open investment process may be helpful:
http://www.37angels.com/process
https://twitter.com/37angelsny
Investment Company: Belle Capital, an investment group dedicated to women-led companies:
http://bellevc.com/belle-angel-fund-mission.html