New Funding & Grants
Updated: Mar 15, 2022
I often hear people complain that there is NO FUNDING for small business owners… I have to disagree with this statement. It’s just a process and takes some WORK…
Grants are only one source of financial assistance from the Federal Government. There are at least five other sources available for you:
State funding
Local funding
Private funding
Education Funding
Business Loans
If YOU don’t have the time to do the work… you MUST make time or hire someone… know it is a process and will NEVER be an overnight win for ANYONE.
You’ll probably apply for A LOT… you’ll likely get denied A LOT, but YOU STILL HAVE TO KEEP TRYING.
YES... it takes time researching, checking all qualifications, and drafting the responses for the grant. However, I recommend you keep searching… keep applying.. keep pushing… keep introducing your companies to STRANGERS trying to help companies like yours with funding!!! Just keep going…
Last year, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which resulted in the United States Treasury allocated more than $350 billion to state, regional, municipal, and Tribal governments. The ARPA infused local governments with one of the most significant injections of federal cash in U.S. history!
This year, I have shared some of the significant funding opportunities, including private and state funding. Most states and counties used this money to reinforce existing programs.
Below, please see a list of grants you can apply for right now!!! This week alone we were able to apply for 11 grants.
Different Type Of Grants
Private
Local (State, County, City) - Check your county website
Federal - To find federal grants, go to the website of the federal agency that aligns with your work and view their grant programs. This will have the most accurate information.
Nonprofit (must be a 501c3 to be considered an official nonprofit)
Available Grants
$10,000 KKR Small Business Builders Grant Program for Female Founders.For the seventh round of the Small Business Builders program, KKR is pleased to support small businesses owned by women. KKR has already awarded 278 small businesses with $10,000 grants through its Small Business Builders program, and you could be next!Don’t wait to apply. The deadline to apply is April 22, 2022, at 6 p.m.
2. Caress Dreams to Reality Fund - 60 women of color founders will be selected to receive grant money and access to resources that will set them up for success and reach their funding goals through crowdfunding campaigns. Grant for $5,000. Apply by 3/4/2022.
Link: https://ifundwomen.com/caress
3. Minority GovCon Business - Each month a $500 micro-grant will be awarded to a for-profit small business owned by women of color. Apply by 4/15/2022.
Link: https://www.minoritygovconbusiness.com/grants
4. AT&T Black Future Maker - Black Future Makers are dedicated individuals pursuing greater possibilities for the greater good. Submit a video of 30-60 seconds, or photo, on your Instagram feed. Tell us how you are pursuing greater possibilities for you and the community. Tag @att and use