September 2023 Entrepreneur Grant Deadlines & Programs!
Sep 28, 2023 1:11 pm
Hello, Jelly Social family! September is a great time for reflection and growth, and Jelly Social is here to support you with exactly that! In this newsletter, we've put together some opportunities to bring you closer to your entrepreneurial dreams. Together as a community of "Entre-peers", we rise and transcending boundaries!
🌟 Program Spotlight 🌟
1) Join us on September 28th @ 7PM for The Jelly Social event! The Jelly Social is not just another networking session—it’s a platform for BIPOC entrepreneurs to share their stories, their passions, and their dreams. Why? Because sharing your story is the most effective way to make deep connections and get the community support you need to thrive! That’s the power of story! RSVP for our next Jelly Social to share your entrepreneur story and be inspired by the stories of other "entre-peers"!
2) HELIX RISE, presented by Scotiabank, is an initiative to provide women, gender diverse and racialized people with critical skills and opportunities to advance their careers. The annual summit reflects the commitment of Seneca and Scotiabank to foster education, economic inclusion and resiliency.
🌟 Grant Spotlight 🌟
1) $2K Grant - Indigenous YouthRise Grant: Are you an Indigenous youth aged 13-30!? Apply to lead an event or project! The Indigenous YouthRise support fund is a grant to support Indigenous youth and promote community wellness! The Support Fund offers up to $2000 for projects that occur in Canada and are Indigenous Youth-led (ages 13-30). All you need to do is submit a short application for the event/project you want to lead!
Deadline October 15th!
2) $27K Grant - Ontario Arts council: The program supports the research, development and realization of community-engaged arts projects in Ontario. Activities involve professional Ontario artists and community members working together to design, develop and realize collective creative experiences.
• Planning: maximum $7,500
• Project: maximum $12,500
• Two-year project: maximum $20,000. Deadline Oct 19th!
3) $5k Grant - Social Impact Micro-Grant: This is granted to a business with a clear social mission and a commitment to measurable business outcomes that add value to its community and/or the environment. Social Impact Small Business Micro-grant additional eligibility: Applicants must present a compelling plan for measurable positive change and sustainable practices within its business operations model. Deadline November 12th!
4) $50k Grant - Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters: Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) has launched the Technology Investment Program, designed to help small- and medium-sized southern Ontario manufacturers compete on the global stage by investing in advanced manufacturing technologies to automate production and reduce their environmental footprint. This program provides direct financial assistance to eligible manufacturers in the form of a matching contribution of up to $50,000 to support their investment in long-term production assets and technology. Deadline October 31st!
5) 6 x $5k Grants - Women Business Owner Micro-Grants: To be granted to empower women business owners through financial aid to fuel their entrepreneurial endeavors and achieve their business goals. Deadline November 12th!
To your unstoppable journey,
The Jelly Social Team
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