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Powershift Entrepreneur Grant | NAACP NAACP, in conjunction with Medium Rare and The Shark Group , has launched applications for the fourth annual NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant in celebration of Black Entrepreneurs Day .
The NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant aims to empower Black entrepreneurs and businesses through funding and resources and has, in previous years, contributed largely to the growth of Black businesses across the nation. **Please note that this grant is not currently open. All rising and established Black entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply for the Powershift Entrepreneur Grant.
Businesses selected will receive a $25,000 grant along with resources as tools to propel their futures. We invite aspiring and established Black entrepreneurs to seize this opportunity and join us in shaping a brighter future for all. The NAACP remains committed to fostering economic growth and sustainability for Black communities.
This is what advocacy in action looks like. - Yumeka Rushing, Chief Strategy Officer, NAACP The NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant awarded Black entrepreneurs $500,000 live on Black Entrepreneurs Day with Shark Tank's Daymond John. Black Entrepreneurs from around the country were able to apply for the chance to win $25,000 each to help them grow and scale their businesses.
In addition to the monetary compensation, winners of the grant will receive: Mentorship from Shark Tank's Daymond John Join Daymond live on air during this year's Black Entrepreneurs Day broadcast Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats The Heat Factory LLC DBA Fahrenheit 313 Detroit Emanuels HOPE Foundation, Inc. Bay Street Capital Holdings You can become a Champion for Change and receive a t-shirt with your monthly gift of $19 a month or more right now.
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Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Program Funding is sponsored by Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services, Division of Youth Services. Funds free youth programming services including runaway and homeless youth services. Programs must be grounded in Positive Youth Development framework and address areas such as economic security, physical and emotional health, education, and civic engagement.
Building Interfaith America Emerging Leader Grant is sponsored by Interfaith America. This grant supports emerging leaders who identify a need or opportunity in their community, propose a project to address it, and leverage the strength of interfaith cooperation to achieve their goal. It provides financial support, a network of peers, training, and development.