Monday 11 June 2012

Business Grants for African-American Women

Business Grants for African-American Women

A variety of grant programs exist to support African American small business women. A quick online search at the United States government-sponsored funding portal and application website "Grants.gov" may uncover multiple opportunities at any given time. Corporations, foundations and private donors add to the mix of available monies. Details and deadlines may vary, but one thing is certain: opportunities abound for the aggressive and determined candidate.

The MillerCoors Urban Entrepreneur Series Grant
Beer may be good for business, thanks to a partnership between popular beverage brands Miller and Coors. The MillerCoors Urban Entrepreneur Series, or MUES, helps fledgling business owners draft and fund business plans. The organization's website at MillerCoorsMUES.com is both an entrepreneurial resource site and home to the organization's business grant program. Applicants submit business plans in exchange for a chance to win grant monies. In 2010, the top award was $100,000, with a select number of runners-up receiving $25,000. The program requires online, digital submissions in PDF or Word format. Business plans are typically due in October. Visit the website for more details.


Open Meadows Foundation Grants
Non-profit, women-owned small businesses whose work supports women or girls from vulnerable communities may be eligible for the Open Meadows Foundation's annual grants. The foundation rewards businesses that do not discriminate, promote racial equality and have had trouble securing operational funds. A total business income of no more than $150,000 annually is required. Grants are for up to $2,000 and applications are due in August. Open Meadows also funds a limited number of special projects, including environmental activism, women's sports programs, programs for indigenous peoples, women's music projects, and more. Visit openmeadows.org for more detail.

Idea Cafe Small Business Grants
Idea Cafe, an online resource website for entrepreneurs, offers an annual $1,000 BizGrant to women beginning or operating a small business. Idea Cafe founder Francie Ward created the grant program to help "deserving entrepreneurs who might need that one big break to start realizing their potential." Applicants complete a simple, online form to apply. Applications are typically available annually in the summer. The website also promotes itself as a source for other small business grants, with registered Idea Cafe members contributing information and ideas. Registration is free. Visit businessownersideacafe.com to learn more.


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