15d • GRANTS/FUNDING
July ⛱️ Grant funding opportunities
These are the grants closing in July:
WBENC Pitch Accelerator & Competition($25,00 Grand Prize + more!):The WBENC Pitch Competition helps women-owned businesses strengthen their business pitches through training, mentorship, and regional competitions. Winners receive cash prizes, national exposure, and opportunities to connect with corporate partners and investors.Deadline to apply: Dates are across July & vary by region!
The Summer 2026 Makers Mindset Grant($10,000 x 3):The Makers Mindset Grant supports women-led consumer packaged goods brands with equity-free funding and mentorship. Selected founders also receive visibility opportunities and access to an experienced network of entrepreneurs and advisors.Deadline to apply: July 10
Elevate Vernon Grant Program ($10,000 x 3): The Elevate Vernon Grant Program was created to help support entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout Vernon County, Wisconsin. The program provides funding to businesses seeking to launch, expand, improve operations, purchase equipment, increase capacity, create jobs, or invest in projects that contribute to long-term economic growth in the community. Deadline to apply: July 10.
African Business Leadership & Entrepreneurship (ABLE) Program 2026(Up to $25,000):TheABLE Program was created to support high-potential entrepreneurs from the African Diaspora who are building scalable businesses in the United States. It combines business education, mentorship, networking, and access to capital to help founders accelerate growth and strengthen their companies.
Deadline to apply: July 12.
PFund BIPOC Business Grant($5,000):The PFund BIPOC Business Grant was created to support LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs of color who are building businesses and creating economic opportunity within their communities.Deadline to apply: July 20.
Alibaba CoCreate Pitch Competition(Guaranteed $10,000 for Finalists; Opportunity to Win up to $200,000):The Alibaba.com CoCreate Pitch Competition is one of the world's largest product-based startup competitions for founders ready to manufacture and scale. U.S. finalists receive guaranteed funding while competing for additional cash prizes and global exposure.Deadline to apply: July 25.
Neighborhood Business Grant Program (Up to $5,000): The Neighborhood Business Grant Program provides microgrants to local entrepreneurs and small business owners working to strengthen their neighborhoods and communities across New York City. Deadline to apply: July 27.
Capital & Catalyst Grant Program($40,000):The Capital & Catalyst Grant supports women-owned food and beverage brands preparing for their next stage of growth. In addition to funding, the program helps founders expand their businesses and increase long-term impact.Deadline to apply: July 28.
The Changing the Game Grant($20,000 x 5):This Grant supports U.S.-based food and beverage businesses creating community-centered spaces where women’s sports are highlighted through wellness, inclusivity, and elevated customer experiences.
Deadline to apply: July 31.
She's connected AT&T Grant($50,000):The She’s Connected Contest by AT&T supports women-owned small businesses by providing funding, visibility, and entrepreneurial resources to help founders grow and scale their companies. The program highlights women entrepreneurs who are creating impact within their industries and communities while building innovative and sustainable businesses.Deadline to apply: July 31.
Melissa Washington Small Business Award($5,000):The MWSBA is an annual award designed to support women veterans who are either looking to start a new venture or expand an existing small business.Deadline to apply: July 31.
️The Fueling Entrepreneurs Program ($5,000): FEE is a grant initiative and virtual pitch competition designed to support the growth, resilience, and sustainability of small businesses across Los Angeles County. The program focuses on entrepreneurs located in low-to-moderate income communities—especially those who have historically faced barriers to accessing capital—and aims to increase their ability to grow, compete, and contribute to local economic ecosystems. Deadline to apply: July 31.
And because there is a grant / there are grants closing too close to when we send the next roundup of closing grants, I'll include that here for you:
Shophand Small Business Boost Grant($5,000):The Shophand Small Business Boost Grant helps entrepreneurs solve operational and technology challenges through funding and hands-on business support. Winners receive both cash funding and personalized technical assistance.Deadline to apply: August 1.
Sending you all the best vibes for the month ahead!
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