πŸ’› National Grants & Funding for Minority & Women Entrepreneurs

Published: November 21, 2025
by: Foxy

Across the United States, women entrepreneurs, Black-owned businesses, and minority-owned startups have increasing access to grants, funding opportunities, and business support programs. Whether you’re building a digital brand, launching a storefront, starting a creative venture, or growing an online service, these national programs can help provide the resources needed to scale and succeed.

β€œSmall businesses are the heart of the economy β€” and minority entrepreneurs deserve equitable access to funding, growth, and opportunity.”

πŸ” Active National Grants and Funding Opportunities

Below is a national roundup of grants and business programs that support women, minority founders, and small businesses across the U.S. Many accept applications year-round or on a recurring monthly cycle.

1. Amber Grant (WomensNet)

A long-running monthly grant offering $10,000 to women-owned businesses. Simple application process and open to all industries. | $15 Application Fee

Learn more β†’

2. HerRise Microgrant

Provides $1,000 monthly microgrants to women of color entrepreneurs across the U.S.
$15 Application Fee

Apply β†’

3. Wish Local Empowerment Program

$500–$2,000 grants designed to support Black-owned small businesses with fewer than 20 employees.

Learn more β†’

⭐ Take a Soulful, Intuitive, and Fun Quiz! ⭐

4. Galaxy Grants

Offers national microgrants for women-owned, minority-owned, and early-stage small businesses.

Explore β†’

5. NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant

National grant program for Black entrepreneurs, offering funding and business support resources.

View program β†’

6. SoGal Black Founder Startup Grant

Provides $5,000–$10,000 grants to Black women and nonbinary entrepreneurs in any industry.

Apply β†’

7. Fearless Fund / Strivers Grant Program

Grant cycles aimed at supporting Black women-owned small businesses through capital, mentorship, and marketing assistance.

Learn more β†’

🌿 Self-Healing & Intuition Tools

8. Cartier Women’s Initiative

Global impact-driven entrepreneurship program awarding $30,000–$100,000 to women founders (U.S. eligible).

See program β†’

9. Visa She’s Next Grant Program

National grant program supporting women small business owners through funding and media exposure.

Apply β†’

10. LISC Small Business Relief Grants

Grants and financial support for underserved small businesses nationwide. Programs open periodically.

Check availability β†’

11. Comcast RISE

Provides marketing, technology upgrades, and financial grants for minority- and women-owned businesses.

See opportunities β†’

12. Amazon Black Business Accelerator

Support program offering funding credits, mentorship, and e-commerce resources for Black-owned businesses.

Learn more β†’

13. SBA Minority-Owned Business Programs

The U.S. Small Business Administration offers nationwide programs, including microloans, federal contracting support, and business development resources.

Visit SBA β†’

Plant-based Cookbook 🌿 Make your next meal plant-based and delicious!



πŸ“˜ Tips for Applying to Business Grants

🌱 Final Thoughts

Funding is out there β€” and more programs are being created every year to support diverse entrepreneurs. Whether you're building an online brand, launching a creative idea, or expanding an existing business, these national resources can help you take the next step toward growth, stability, and long-term success.