Envolve Award USA

Organization: Envolve Entrepreneurship (formerly American Entrepreneurship Award), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Award Amount: Up to $25,000 per winner; up to $250,000 total pledged per region distributed among multiple winners

Geographic Scope: Multiple underserved communities across the United States including:

• Legacy locations: Miami-Dade County, Florida; The Bronx, New York City
• Expanded locations (as of 2018): Atlanta, Baltimore, Charleston, Detroit, Flint, Washington DC, Greater New York City area

Program Focus:
Regionally-focused business plan competition recognizing best examples of entrepreneurship among diverse and underserved entrepreneurs. Aims to embolden early-stage businesses by providing diverse entrepreneurs with easy access to capital, knowledge, and resources.

Eligibility:

• Experienced and budding entrepreneurs
• Businesses in demonstrably underserved communities
• Special consideration for students and alumni of partner institutions (e.g., Miami Dade College, Georgia State University)

What They Fund:

• Interest-free, no-equity business startup and scale-up funding
• Early-stage businesses

Funding Components:

• Capital: Up to $25,000 per winner
• Mentorship: Provided to winners
• Business support services: Range of resources and support

Contact Information:

• Email: connect@founderforward.org
• Phone: (212) 401-9333
• Address: 134 East 40th St., New York, NY
• Website: www.usa.EnvolveGlobal.org

Background:
Envolve was created in 2018 by the social responsibility division of the Libra Group, leveraging success of two earlier programs: The Hellenic Entrepreneurship Award (HEA) and the American Entrepreneurship Award (AEA), both founded by Libra Group. The awards have declared 35 winners across Greece and the USA since 2012, supporting job creation and economic growth. Notable past winners include CourtBuddy (raised $1M+ post-award), WATT + FLUX, Ginjan Bros, Spadét, Sustainable Snacks, and others.

How to Apply

1. Visit the Application Portal: Go to www.usa.EnvolveGlobal.org

2. Complete Registration:
- Fill out a simple online registration form
- Generate a user profile

3. Submit Application:
- Submit application through the secure website portal
- Application is described as "very straightforward"

4. Application Timeline (as of 2018):
- Registration commenced: June 27, 2018
- Winners declared: Late fall of same year
- Note: Current deadlines not specified in provided materials

Required Materials:
Specific required documents not detailed in provided content. Application described as straightforward online process.

Selection Process:

Winners Receive: