GK Fund Grant Support Program

GK Fund Grant Support Program

Funder: GK Fund Inc, Boston, MA

Website: thegkfund.org

Mission: The GK Fund supports culturally diverse entrepreneurs and small businesses by connecting them to opportunities for sustainability, growth, and long-term success.

Focus Areas

• Community-based entrepreneurs and small businesses
• Culturally diverse entrepreneurs (BIPOC, women, veterans, and underrepresented groups)
• Businesses in gateway cities in Massachusetts
• Small business growth and sustainability

Geographic Scope

• Massachusetts, primarily gateway cities
• Partnership with Mass Development's Technical Development Initiative (TDI)

Award Information

• Award Amount: $10,000 per company
• Historical Distribution: 30+ businesses awarded
• Application Volume: 100+ applicants per cycle

Support Services Provided

• Capital: Grant funding
• Mentorship: Ongoing support and guidance
• Pro Bono Legal Counsel: Courtesy of law firm Hinckley Allen
• Access to Funding Opportunities: Connection to resources
• Networking & Resources: Connection to expertise and business environment
• Marketing Support: Available through program

Core Values

• Inclusion and allyship
• Individual agency and respect for grantee decision-making
• Access to opportunities regardless of background
• Ethical standards and fairness
• Collaborative partnerships
• Social investment in community prosperity

Eligibility (Implied)

• Community-based entrepreneurs and small businesses
• Culturally diverse founders (BIPOC, women, veterans preferred)
• Businesses seeking growth and sustainability in Massachusetts
• Alignment with grant criteria (verified in screening process)

Contact Information

Leadership

• Founder & Board Co-Chair: Colette Phillips
• Co-Founder: Andre Porter (Former Director, MA Office of Small Business)
• Board Chair: Evelyn Murphy