Small Business
Financial Resources
Which financial resource is right for me?
There are several types of funding options available to meet your small and medium business's needs. Each type has specific characteristics that are important to understand. Multiple funding types may be suitable for you.
Disclaimer: the recommendations are not exhaustive and do NOT guarantee approval.
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Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding may be right for your business if the business has a large, supportive network willing to contribute to its success.
Grants
Grants are typically a no regret funding option, especially for businesses that are struggling financially, as the money does not need to be paid back.
Investment
Investors provide capital for a business usually in exchange for convertible debt or ownership equity.
Loans
Loans allow a business the flexibility to cover their expenses or make necessary investments, while paying back the money over time, typically with some interest.
Narrow your search
Founders First Small Certified Supplier Innovative Finance Program
Determine the funding readiness of your business and gain access to on-demand self-guided program
Access a wide-range of capital funders through our funder matchmaking sessions based on your business needs
Certified suppliers from eligible states will receive a $5,000 grant, totaling $200,000 in growth capital
Eligibility:
- Active or Pursuing a Small Business Certification: Recognized certifications issued by national or state-based organizations (for example MBE, WBE, DBE, DVBE, VOSB, LGBTBE, 8a, SDB, SBA etc.).
- Generating between $250,000 to $10 million in annual revenue
- Business is headquartered in California, Georgia, Kansas, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Washington, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia or Washington D.C.
- Business-to-business (B2B) and/or business-to-government (B2G model)
Terms:
Max Amount:
$5,000
Program deadline:
Application deadline:
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HerSuiteSpot’s HerRise MicroGrant
The HerRise Micro-Grant provides financial assistance, with the help of our corporate sponsors and donors, to women of color creating innovative solutions that impact their community and that are often unable to secure funding for their small business.
Apply for the HerRise MicroGrant by sharing your business pitch and plan in the application. Applications close on the last day of the month, and the winners will be announced at the HerSuiteSpot First Friday Mixer in the following month.
Eligibility:
The HerRise MicroGrant, providing $1,000 each month, is available to under-resourced women, including women of color entrepreneurs, across a variety of industries. Your business must be:
- 51% owned by women
- Currently registered in the US
- Less than $1 million in gross revenue
Terms:
Every month our committee selects a winner from submitted applications. Apply by 11:59pm on the last day of the month to be eligible for that month. Winners will be revealed at the next month’s HerSuiteSpot First Friday Mixer. You do not have to be present to be selected.
Max Amount:
$1,000
Program deadline:
Application deadline:
Applications close on the last day of the month