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06/27/2025

Startup Founders—This Is Your Moment

Open Pitch 2025 is calling early-stage tech entrepreneurs from everywhere to apply by June 30th for a shot at funding, national exposure, and game-changing connections. Taking place August 22–24 in Atlanta, GA, Open Pitch brings bold ideas and breakthrough technologies to the mainstage, where five finalists will pitch live to top business leaders and a leading venture firm.

If you're building what's next in tech—from AI to fintech, healthtech to edtech—this is your chance to step into the spotlight.
Apply now: https://www.theopenpitch.com

With hundreds of startups, 5 finalists, and 1 winner, OPEN PITCH at Invest Fest is the tech startup pitch competition built for entrepreneurs and founders.

06/17/2025

Get Ready for the 2025 HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit

Join Howard University and the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship for the 3rd Annual HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit, happening June 19–21, 2025 in Washington, D.C. This national gathering brings together entrepreneurs, investors, students, and ecosystem builders to share resources, gain skills, and build lasting connections to grow Black-owned ventures and support thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Expect engaging panels and workshops, curated keynotes, regional receptions, the Mecca Marketplace, the high-energy Pull Up & Pitch Competition, and a vibrant entrepreneur resource fair—all designed to equip attendees with the tools to launch and scale their businesses.

Secure your spot and learn more:

The HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit, the 3RD Annual National Conference hosted by the Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship is a unique convening unites entrepreneurs, investors, ecosystem builders, students, and scholars to foster collaboration, share best practices....

06/17/2025

Do you know a small business that embodies courage, perseverance, and integrity? Now’s your chance to recognize their impact. QuickBooks is awarding $20,000 to a deserving small business that has made a difference in their community.

Celebrate a business you admire by submitting your nomination today:

Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp are launching a grant program to support business owners across the US. Enter for a chance to receive a $20,000 grant and exclusive resources to boost their business growth.

06/17/2025

Get Recognized. Get Rewarded.

Are you a small business making a big impact? The CO—100 Awards, presented by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is honoring 100 of America’s top small businesses across industries. Apply now to showcase your company’s innovation, culture, growth, and excellence in up to five award categories—including tech, marketing, global expansion, and more.

Stand out, gain national recognition, and join a powerful network of fellow changemakers.

This exclusive list recognizes 100 of the best and brightest small and mid-sized businesses across America, celebrated for their remarkable contributions in driving innovation, growth, and ingenuity both locally and globally.

06/17/2025

Entrepreneurs Apply Now for the $2,500 Honeycomb Celebration Grant

The Honeycomb Celebration Grant, presented by IFundWomen and Honeycomb Credit, is offering $2,500 to one small business owner ready to take a meaningful next step. Whether you're launching a new product, boosting your marketing, or making your operations more sustainable, this grant is for entrepreneurs with vision and drive.

Open to businesses of all types, locations, and stages—apply by June 27, 2025, for a chance to receive real funding that supports real growth. Learn more and apply:

IFW provides access to capital, coaching, and connections.

05/23/2025

Women Founders Apply Now for the TiE Women Program 2025

Applications are now open for the TiE Women Program 2025, a prestigious global platform for women entrepreneurs to showcase their ventures, connect with industry leaders, and access valuable mentorship. Whether you're building a startup or scaling an early-stage company, this is your chance to gain visibility, network with investors, and grow your business.

Eligible startups must be female-founded or co-founded, with the woman founder holding at least 33% equity and the company registered after January 1, 2018.
Learn more and apply at: www.tiewomen.org

TiE Women is to embrace, engage and empower women entrepreneurs across the globe irrespective of the size of the enterprises, origin, standing or background.

05/22/2025

Small Business Owners Apply Now for the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 Grant

Verizon has partnered with LISC to offer $500,000 in grant funding, awarding $10,000 each to 50 small businesses committed to growing in today’s digital economy. Through the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready platform, entrepreneurs can access free tools, training, coaching, and peer networking—and now, a chance at critical capital to help scale their business.

To apply, create a free Digital Ready account and complete two eligible courses or virtual events by June 30, 2025. Start here: https://www.verizon.com/about/responsibility/digital-inclusion/small-business-training

Verizon Small Business 
Digital Ready. We’re helping one million small businesses move forward by providing key digital resources to help them succeed.

04/24/2025

Nonprofits Apply Now for the 2026 True Inspiration Awards Grants

Applications are now open for the 2026 True Inspiration Awards®, which award grants ranging from $30,000 to $350,000 to organizations making a lasting impact in their communities. With $6 million in total funding available, this opportunity is open to nonprofits across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, the UK, and Singapore.

The application deadline is May 1, 2025. Learn more and apply here: https://www.chick-fil-a.com/true-inspiration-awards/learn-more

Learn more about applying for a grant through the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards® program, including eligibility, grant categories, grant amounts and more.

04/22/2025

Women CPG Entrepreneurs Apply for the Enthuse Foundation’s Paying It Forward Grant

The Enthuse Foundation’s Paying It Forward Grant Program is awarding eight grants totaling $37,000 to women entrepreneurs running full-time consumer packaged goods (CPG) businesses. Eligible U.S.-based founders can apply for specific funding needs—including $10,000 for operating costs or $2,500 for tools or business insurance—by demonstrating financial need and a clear plan for how the funds will be used.

Applications close April 28, 2025. Apply now: https://www.enthusefoundation.org/grants

Grant Program Paying it forward. The Enthuse Foundation offers a series of financial grants to assist entrepreneurs with critical business needs. Learn more about the program below. 2024 WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN JUNE. $60,000DISTRIBUTED TO 24 WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS Insurance • Retirement • Chil...

04/21/2025

Small Business Owners Apply Now for Skip’s $10,000 Grant

Skip is offering $10,000 Small Business Grants to support entrepreneurs across the U.S. with critical funding to grow and sustain their businesses. With limited applications accepted, eligible businesses have a higher chance of being selected.

Apply by April 25, 2025: https://www.helloskip.com/blog/skip-10000-small-business-grant-application

Discover & apply to grants, financings, and credit cards on the largest funding marketplace in the US

04/20/2025

Restaurant Owners Apply Now for the Feed the Soul Foundation Business Development Grant

The Restaurant Business Development Grant Program from the Feed the Soul Foundation supports culinary businesses addressing food injustice by providing critical funding and business development support. Selected recipients will receive a $15,000 stipend, plus six months of personalized consulting and specialized training to help grow and sustain their restaurant.

Applications are open now through April 15, 2025. Apply here: https://feedthesoulfoundation.org/programs

04/19/2025

Black College Students This Leadership Opportunity Is for You

Applications are now open for the Black Student Leadership Network (BSLN) Ambassador Program—a paid, 10-month fellowship designed to support Black student leaders organizing for change on their campuses and in their communities. Ambassadors will help shape public policy, lead advocacy campaigns, and take part in exclusive events like the Ella Baker Child Policy Training Institute and the 2025 BSLN Convening at Alex Haley Farm.

Apply by April 28, 2025 to join the 2025–2026 cohort:

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