July 2023 Grant Deadlines for BIPOC Entrepreneurs (including today)!
Jul 06, 2023 7:31 pm
Hello! We hope this email finds you soaring with passion and purpose on your entrepreneurial journey! At Jelly Social, we're committed to uplifting and empowering BIPOC entrepreneurs like you. Today, we bring you a treasure trove of grants that will propel your business to new heights. 🚀💼
🌟 Grant Spotlight 🌟
1) $100K Grant - Elevate Women Entrepreneur Incubator and Pitch Competition: Are you a woman or gender-diverse entrepreneur in the early stages of building an innovative tech solution that has the potential to scale globally? Prepare for fundraising with the Women+ Entrepreneur Incubator, designed by Elevate, in partnership with The Firehood. Apply to the 8-week virtual Women+ Entrepreneur Incubator to gain valuable investment readiness skills, meet directly with investors, and earn the chance to pitch for a $100,000 cash investment prize. Deadline July 5th!
2) $2500-$5000 Grant - FACE Coalition Resources: FACE, with financial support from TD Bank Group, announces the opening of the application period for the “Propelling Black Entrepreneurship” program, offering 50 grants ranging from $2500-$5000 to support Black entrepreneurs in Canada. Deadline July 9th!
3) $100k Grant - Startupfest's Black Entrepreneurship Program: Don't miss the chance to participate in this groundbreaking program that provides funding and mentorship to Black entrepreneurs. The $100k Black Entrepreneurship Investment Prize is an investment from up to 10 angel investors. This is a pitch competition open to any Black-led startup. Be ready to register, get onsite, and be ready to wow our Black Entrepreneurship Investor Judges with a superb pitch that makes the cut. Deadline July 13th!
4) $150k Grant - Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant: If you identify as Indigenous, this grant program is tailor-made for you. Discover support for protecting and leveraging your intellectual property, helping you create a solid foundation for your business's success. The Indigenous Intellectual Property Program (IIPP) grant is designed to support increased engagement in the IP system by Indigenous peoples in Canada. Total program funding in the amount of $150,000 per fiscal year is available to support IP-related projects. Deadline August 8th!
5) $125K Grant - Telus Stand With Owners Campaign: TELUS launches fourth #StandWithOwners contest, championing innovative, growing Canadian businesses. Owners can apply for their chance to win $125,000 in funding, advertising and technology, plus additional prizes to help their business grow and thrive. Deadline September 6th!
Remember, success is not a solo journey—it's about connections, resilience, and continuous growth. These grants and resources will be stepping stones on your path to greatness. Take full advantage of them to unleash your potential and make a positive impact in the world.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way! Wishing you boundless success and fulfillment on your entrepreneurial adventure.
To your unstoppable journey,
The Jelly Social Team
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