Grants and low interest loans for women and minorities aid in business development.
Grants funding to promote women and minorities in business come from private and governmental entities. Grants provide "seed" money for start-up costs, training and low interest loans to purchase land or a building.
Small Business Administration
Small Business Administration programs promote the goal of female entrepreneurship through the Office of Women's Business Ownership. Funding resources and business plan development are among the services this governmental office provides.
Count-Me-In
The Count-Me-In organization provides low interest loans and grants up to $10,000 for women seeking to grow or start a new business.
Women's Funding Network
Women's Funding Network is a group that provides networking and funding resources for women to promote professional and overall empowerment in society.
Minority Business Development Agency
The Minority Business Development Agency promotes expansion of minority owned businesses in the United States. Low-interest loans, grants, mentors and training initiatives are provided for qualified applicants.
ACCION
ACCION offers low interest and flexible loans and grant opportunities to women and minorities who have limited access to traditional funding sources due to lack of business experience. Typical loan amounts are $50,000 or less depending upon available funding.
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