At the Atlanta Black Chambers (ABC), we are committed to helping Black-owned and women-owned businesses overcome one of the greatest barriers to growth: access to capital. By securing the right funding, entrepreneurs can scale their ventures, strengthen operations, and create lasting impact in their communities.
This season, we’ve curated a list of fall 2025 grant opportunities designed to fuel growth for small businesses—especially those led by Black and women entrepreneurs. Many of these programs also include mentorship, business development resources, and promotional support.
Take advantage of these deadlines and ongoing opportunities to position your business for the future.
FALL 2025 GRANTS
1. $100K Poker Power x IFund Women Power Play Grant
Presented by: Poker Power and IFW
Who It’s For: Women founders
Grant Amount: $100,000
Deadline: 26 Sept. 2025
Apply Here
2. $10K The Cornerstone Grant
Presented by: Square
Who It’s For: Current Square sellers witha t least 6 months of ongoing transactions. US-based business. Gross annual revenue < $2M.
Grant Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 26 Sept. 2025
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3. $5K Women Founders Grant – Free or Frugal
Presented by: Women Founders Grant
Who It’s For: Women founders (US), all business stages, business idea or operation.
Grant Amount: $5,000
Deadline: 31 Oct. 2025
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4. $10K Skip $10,000 Growth Grant
Presented by: Skip
Who It’s For: US-based entrepreneurs
Grant Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 14 Oct. 2025
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5. $25K NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant
Presented by: NAACP
Who It’s For: Black entrepreneurs looking for funding and resources
Grant Amount: $25,000
Deadline: 1 Nov. 2025
Apply Here
6. $20K Intuit Quickbooks x Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program
Presented by: Intuit Quickbooks and Mailchimp
Who It’s For: US small businesses, owners aged 18+, showing “courage, perseverance, integrity”
Grant Amount: $20,000
Deadline: 14 Nov. 2025
Apply Here
ONGOING GRANTS
1. $2K Wish Local Empowerment Program
Presented by: Wish Local
Who It’s For: Black-owned businesses with 20 or fewer employees and under $1 million in revenue, with a brick-and-mortar storefront in the U.S.
Grant Amount: $500 – $2,000
Deadline: Rolling basis
Apply Here
2. $20K Venmo Small Business Grant
Presented by: Venmo
Who It’s For: Small businesses using Venmo business profiles
Grant Amount: $20,000 (10 winners)
Deadline: Varies (typically annual)
Apply Here
3. $1K The Big Idea Grant
Presented by: Yippitydoo
Who It’s For: Women entrepreneurs, 18+ years old in the US.
Grant Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Ongoing
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4. $2.5K Freed Fellowship Grant
Presented by: Freed Fellowship
Who It’s For: Small businesses seeking to build successful, impactful companies
Grant Amount: $500 monthly + $2,500 year-end grant
Deadline: End of each month
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5. $100K Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards
Presented by: Cartier
Who It’s For: Women-led, revenue-generating businesses with less than 6 years in business
Grant Amount: $30,000 – $100,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Apply Here
6. $1K IMPACT Grants
Presented by: IMPACT Grants
Who It’s For: Nonprofits focused on innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility
Grant Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Rolling
Apply Here
7. $10K Joseph Beam Black Gay Men’s Wellness Grants
Presented by: Joseph Beam Wellness Program
Who It’s For: Organizations supporting Black gay men aged 50+ living with HIV/AIDS
Grant Amount: $10,000 (3 winners)
Deadline: Varies
Apply Here
8. $50K Creative Capital Award
Presented by: Creative Capital
Who It’s For: Individual artists
Grant Amount: $15,000 – $50,000
Deadline: Rolling
Apply Here
9. $2.5K Etsy x CERF+ Emergency Relief Fund
Presented by: Etsy x CERF+
Who It’s For: Etsy sellers impacted by natural disasters
Grant Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: Rolling
Apply Here
These grants provide a fantastic opportunity to access the funding and resources necessary for your business’s growth. Don’t miss out—be sure to apply before the deadlines and take full advantage of the mentorship and support available. Best of luck to all applicants!
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