National Pride Grant for LGBTQIA+ Small Businesses
Founders First Community Development Corporation Inc
Funding Amount
US $1,000
Deadline
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Grant Type
Foundation
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Geography
- Have an active U.S.-based business.
Other requirements
- Identify as a LGBTQIA+ business owner.
- Must be a CEO, President, or Business Owner
- Business Annual Revenue does not exceed $5M
- Must have between 2 to 100 employees
Overview
The National Pride Grant for LGBTQIA+ Small Businesses, opening for applications on April 22, 2025, offers $25,000 in funding distributed as $1,000 micro grants to 25 eligible LGBTQIA+ business owners. Designed to support diverse founder-led enterprises, this initiative encourages professional development and aids in achieving over $1 million in revenue. Eligible participants must have a U.S.-based business and meet specific criteria regarding ownership, revenue, and employee count.
The LGBTQIA+ National Grant provides eligible small businesses the chance to receive one of 25 grant packages totaling $25,000. Founders First is committed to increasing the number of diverse founder-led businesses generating over $1 million dollars in revenues.
What We Are Offering
The $25,000 fund will make investments to 25 LGBTQIA+ business owners in the form of $1,000 micro grants.
How It Works
Grant money can be used in whatever way Founders need to use it - like seeking professional assistance with preparing documents to qualify for funding.
Eligibility
Identify as a LGBTQIA+ business ownerMust be a CEO, President, or Business Owner
Have an active U.S.-based businessBusiness Annual Revenue does not exceed $5M
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- LGBTQ businesses
- Small businesses
- Startups
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