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Famous Amos Ingredients for Success Black small business owners are invited to apply by submitting a short video pitch. Entries are judged by a panel of renowned Black entrepreneurs, and 10 finalists are selected to compete in the next round. Ultimately, three winners will each be awarded $50,000 and access to mentorship, educational resources, and networking opportunities.
We invite all eligible candidates to apply by completing the form below. Black small business owners are invited to apply by submitting a short video pitch. Entries are judged by a panel of renowned Black entrepreneurs, and 10 finalists are selected to compete in the next round.
Ultimately, three winners will each be awarded $50,000 and access to mentorship, educational resources, and networking opportunities. We invite all eligible candidates to apply by completing the form below.
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IFS creates pathways for early-stage Black business owners to thrive by providing $150,000 in capital awards, mentorship, networking, and educational resources. Honoring Wally Amos’ legacy and the “Famously You” ethos, this initiative celebrates the qualities that make each business owner unique and fosters long-term success for their businesses.
settings PREVIOUS WINNERS local_activity The Legacy description The Application Process 3 Winners | $150,000 In Awards The Famous Amos Ingredients for Success (IFS) Entrepreneurs Initiative is an annual national award program launched by Ferrero North America in 2020. IFS creates pathways for early-stage Black business owners to thrive by providing $150,000 in capital awards, mentorship, networking, and educational resources.
Honoring Wally Amos’ legacy and the “Famously You” ethos, this initiative celebrates the qualities that make each business owner unique and fosters long-term success for their businesses.
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You can access them any time at the links below.
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You can access them any time at the links below.
filter_1 How to Start a Business filter_5 Build Your Digital Capabilities filter_3 Increase Your Business Skill filter_7 USBC Access to Capital Program filter_2 USBC Virtual Training filter_8 Join Our Business Directory filter_4 Business Counseling filter_9 Learn more at the Greenwood Women’s Business Center Past and current winners receive access to curated content to assist in business expansion and sustainability.
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arrow_drop_down_circle Divider Text arrow_drop_down_circle Divider Text arrow_drop_down_circle Divider Text arrow_drop_down_circle Divider Text arrow_drop_down_circle Divider Text Frequently Asked Questions What is the Famous Amos® Ingredients for Success (IFS) program? IFS is a national award program presented by Famous Amos in partnership with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC).
Honoring the legacy of Famous Amos founder Wally Amos, IFS creates pathways for early-stage Black business owners to thrive by providing $150,000 in capital awards, in addition to mentorship, networking and educational resources. Why did Famous Amos create IFS? What specific goals does it aim to achieve?
IFS was created in 2020 to honor Wally Amos’ entrepreneurial legacy by supporting early-stage Black-owned businesses with resources to foster sustained growth and success. Are there any key deadlines or important dates applicants should be aware of?
Please see a high-level program timeline: March 31, 2026 – Applications open online April 13, 2026 – “Judges’ Best Practices Guide Video” June 1, 2026 – Applications close June 23, 2026 – IFS notifies finalists July 27, 2026 – IFS formally announces winners Frequently Asked Questions What is the Famous Amos® Ingredients for Success (IFS) program?
IFS is a national award program presented by Famous Amos in partnership with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC). Honoring the legacy of Famous Amos founder Wally Amos, IFS creates pathways for early-stage Black business owners to thrive by providing $150,000 in capital awards, in addition to mentorship, networking and educational resources. Why did Famous Amos create IFS?
What specific goals does it aim to achieve? IFS was created in 2020 to honor Wally Amos’ entrepreneurial legacy by supporting early-stage Black-owned businesses with resources to foster sustained growth and success. Are there any key deadlines or important dates applicants should be aware of?
Please see a high-level program timeline: March 31, 2026 – Applications open online April 13, 2026 – “Judges’ Best Practices Guide Video” June 1, 2026 – Applications close June 23, 2026 – IFS notifies finalists July 27, 2026 – IFS formally announces winners For more information, please contact: U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. programs@usblackhambers. org
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Companies that are at least 90% Black-owned and have been in operation for no more than five years. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 (plus mentorship). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Famous Amos Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative is funded by U.S. Black Chamber of Commerce and Famous Amos. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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