Spring Mini-Grants Program
Funding Amount
$500 per grant
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Spring Mini-Grants Program
Organization: Ventures (Seattle, WA)
Website: venturesnonprofit.org
Program Overview
The Spring Mini-Grant program has been deployed annually since 2020 to provide support for small business startups, growth, and recovery. The program started as an emergency response to the COVID-19 pandemic and has continued due to its demonstrated success and entrepreneur feedback.- Award Amount: $500 per grant
- Total Program Funding: $100,000 annually (200 grants awarded)
- Use of Funds: No restrictions on use of funds; recipients do not need to submit receipts
Award Details
- Must be a graduate of Ventures' 8-week Business Basics Course
- Must have a business or personal address in Washington State
- Start-up businesses and those without current business licenses are eligible
Eligibility Requirements
- Ventures will prioritize eligible applicants who have not received previous mini-grant funding
- Remaining funds awarded via lottery system
Selection Process
- Washington State
Geographic Scope
- Application Questions: Jarrett Arakaki, jarakaki@venturesnonprofit.org
- Organization Phone: (206) 352-1945
- Address: 2100 24th Ave S. #380, Seattle, WA 98144
Contact Information
Background
Funding sources have included individual donors (2020), Wells Fargo Open for Business fund (2021), and continued support in subsequent years.How to Apply
Application Process
1. Eligibility Check: Confirm you are a graduate of Ventures' 8-week Business Basics Course with a Washington State address
2. Online Application: Submit application through Ventures' online application portal (specific form details not provided in source material)
3. Application Submission Deadline: Typically open through mid-April (specific deadline varies by year; 2022 deadline was April 18 at 5:00 pm)
4. Award Announcement: Grant awards announced approximately one week after deadline (2022: April 25)
- Proof of graduation from Ventures Business Basics Course
- Confirmation of Washington State address
Required Materials
- No receipts or documentation of fund use required
- No restrictions on how funds will be used
Application Requirements
- Applications accepted from start-up businesses and those without current business licenses
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