At the Atlanta Black Chambers (ABC), we are committed to supporting Black-owned businesses by providing access to valuable resources that help our entrepreneurs grow and succeed. One of the biggest challenges Black business owners face is raising capital, as traditional funding options are often harder to access. Securing the right funding can be a game-changer for small businesses, helping them expand, increase their impact and create lasting change.
We understand the importance of capital, and we also know how difficult it can be to find it. That’s why sharing funding opportunities like these is a priority for us. Our mission is to empower and equip our members with the tools they need to overcome barriers to success. The grants featured here are specifically aimed at small, Black and women-owned businesses, providing much-needed financial support and valuable resources like mentorship, business development, and strategic growth.
Whether you’re looking for capital to scale your business, improve your operations or recover from unexpected challenges, these grants offer critical opportunities to invest in your business’s future. At ABC, we are proud to share these opportunities because we believe that raising capital shouldn’t be a barrier to growth – it should be a step toward creating a sustainable, thriving business.
1. The Confidence Project: Empowering Entrepreneurs
Presented by: BOTOX® Cosmetic in collaboration with Hello Alice
Who It’s For: Entrepreneurs looking to grow with expert guidance and community
Grant Amount: $20,000
Details: 250 participants will be selected to join a Boost Camp experience focused on capital readiness, mentorship, and strategic growth. Twenty participants will also receive $20,000 in funding.
Deadline: May 9, 2025 at 6 PM ET
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2. Creative Business Boost Initiative
Presented by: Etsy, Hello Alice, and GEN
Who It’s For: Creative entrepreneurs leading for-profit businesses in areas like apparel, arts, beauty, food, home décor, and more
Grant Amount: $5,000 plus access to an exclusive Boost Camp coaching program
Deadline: May 9, 2025 at 6 PM ET
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3. Fund Her Future Grant
Presented by: Block Advisors by H&R Block in partnership with Hello Alice
Who It’s For: Entrepreneurs seeking funding and expert business support
Grant Amount: One $50,000 grant and five $10,000 grants
Bonus: One year of tax, payroll, and bookkeeping support from Block Advisors
Deadline: May 30, 2025 at 6 PM ET
Toolkit and Apply Here
4. DoorDash Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund
Who It’s For: Restaurants impacted by recent disasters like Midwest and Southeast storms or the Los Angeles County wildfires
Grant Amount: $10,000
Deadline: May 30, 2025 at 6 PM ET
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5. Amber Grant
Presented by: WomensNet
Who It’s For: Women-owned businesses in the U.S. or Canada
Grant Amount: $10,000 monthly grants and a $25,000 year-end grant
Deadline: Ongoing
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6. Galaxy Grant
Who It’s For: Women- and minority-owned small business endeavors
Grant Amount: $3,500
Deadline: Ongoing
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7. Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards
Who It’s For: Women-led, revenue-generating businesses with less than 6 years in business
Grant Amount: $30,000 to $100,000
Deadline: Ongoing
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8. Freed Fellowship Grant
Who It’s For: Small businesses looking to build successful, impactful companies
Grant Amount: $500 monthly grants and a $2,500 year-end grant
Deadline: Ongoing
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9. Jobber Grants
Who It’s For: Exceptional home services businesses in the U.S. and Canada
Grant Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
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10. IMPACT Grants
Who It’s For: Nonprofits focused on innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility
Grant Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Rolling
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11. Joseph Beam Black Gay Men’s Wellness Grants
Who It’s For: Organizations supporting Black gay men aged 50+ living with HIV/AIDS
Grant Amount: Three $10,000 awards
Deadline: Varies
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12. Creative Capital Award
Who It’s For: Individual artists
Grant Amount: $15,000 – $50,000
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Individual artists
Reward: $15,000 – $50,000
Apply Here
13. Etsy x CERF+ Emergency Relief Fund
Who It’s For: Etsy sellers impacted by natural disasters
Grant Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Etsy sellers affected by disasters, must have been in business for at least one year
Reward: Up to $2,500
Apply Here
These are just a few of the exciting opportunities available to support the growth of Black, women, and small business owners. Be sure to apply before the deadlines and take advantage of the additional resources and expert guidance many of these grants offer. Best of luck to all applicants and let us know if you win!
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