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2026 Pride Fund for LGBTQIA+ Business Owners is sponsored by Hidden Gems. This fund provides $1,000 microgrants to 20 LGBTQIA+–owned small businesses across the U. S.
Grant funds can be used flexibly for expenses such as operations, equipment, staffing, or growth. Finalists also receive free access to a business accelerator program.
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[National Grant] Pride Fund - Founders First CDC National Pride Grant for LGBTQIA+ Small Businesses A Business Grant + Accelerator Combined Into One A total of $20,000 for 20 LGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurs nationwide Application Closes on May 26, 2026 The LGBTQIA+ National Grant provides eligible small businesses the chance to receive one of 20 grant packages totaling $20,000.
Founders First is committed to increasing the number of diverse founder-led businesses generating over $1 million dollars in revenues. Flexible funding you can put toward the needs that matter most — equipment, operations, staffing, or growth. As a finalist, you’ll also join one of our signature business programs at no cost: Passport Community or Zebra Leadership.
Programs Included With Your Grant Weekly expert-led sessions covering marketing, sales, operations, and finance — designed to help you scale faster and smarter. Value: $1,499 for a 3-month subscription (free for finalists) A 6-session program that equips founders to step fully into the CEO role, build strong teams, and scale with confidence. Value: $1,699 (free for finalists).
Full Application Opens April 2026 20 finalists announced at virtual press event Applications reviewed and semi-finalists selected Finalists join a program and receive $1,000 grant Identify as a LGBTQIA+ business owner Must be a CEO, President, or Business Owner Have an active U.S. based business Business Annual Revenue does not exceed $5M Must have between 2 to 100 employees Minimum of 1 year in business Don’t miss this opportunity to combine funding + training.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants must identify as LGBTQIA+ business owners and operate an active U. S. -based small business with between two and 10 employees. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was May 26, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
2026 Pride Fund for LGBTQIA+ Business Owners is funded by Hidden Gems. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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