Funding Opportunities for Black Women in Religious Scholarship
Dear Research Network, Colleagues and Friends,
We are excited to share funding opportunities via the Well Work, which we hope will provide significant support for many of you. Many independent scholars are using their skills in non-academic positions including entrepreneurship.
At The Well Work, the mission is to empower Black women and nonbinary founders by providing accessible pathways to funding and leadership development. Recognizing that financial stability is crucial for driving lasting impact, they are dedicated to providing tailored funding opportunities and resource support to those who come from vulnerable communities.
Recently, The Well Work proudly shares $170,000+ in grant funding available to Black, LGBTQ+, and women-owned businesses. These opportunities are diverse, spanning from small business grants to specific programs for marginalized founders, ensuring a wide reach to empower various sectors. We did not immediately locate current 2024 applications (except the Just Works Just Thrive Program which has a rolling deadline). However, the programs we are featuring had deadlines in May, June and July of 2024. We suggest you review their website and become familiar with their programs to see how you might work with them to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Let us know how you progress!
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Featured Funding Opportunities:
The Well Work x Justworks - Just Thrive Program
Up to $6,000 in credits for existing businesses with at least 50% ownership by marginalized founders. Deadline: Rolling applications
Learn moreNAACP x BACARDI | Backing the Bar (Round 3)
$10,000 in grants for 10 businesses owned by Black and/or LGBTQ+ founders. Deadline: May 24
Learn moreAmazon Small Business Grant
Up to $25,000 in funding for 15 founders committed to growth and innovation. Deadline: May 24
Learn moreDo It Now Now | Innovate Now Programme (London)
£15,000 in grants for 64 London-based Black-led charities and enterprises. Deadline: May 9
Learn moreProgressive® | Driving Small Business Forward
Grants totaling $1 million to support 20 small businesses with $50,000 each. Deadline: June 15
Learn moreVerizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant
$10,000 in grant funding aimed at empowering small businesses through digital resources. Deadline: June 1
Learn moreAT&T She’s Connected Grant
$50,000 for women-owned small businesses to drive connectivity and growth. Deadline: July 11
Learn more
These resources reflect their commitment to ensuring Black women within the broader community of African-descended female founders—have the financial support necessary to thrive and lead. They're inviting all eligible candidates to explore these opportunities and consider joining the mission at The Well Work.
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