Dream Maker Grant: $25,000 Grant for Women-Owned Consumer Brands

The Dream Makers Founder Grant is awarding five women-owned consumer product businesses with $25,000 each to fuel their next big move—apply by May 30, 2025 and turn your vision into growth.

When to apply:

As soon as possible. Application is due May 30, 2025.

You should apply if you

Are at least 51% women-owned, legally incorporated, operating in the U.S., and a member of the Fifteen Percent Pledge Business Equity Community.

Have been generating revenue for at least two full years with annual revenue between $100K and $1M.

Have 1–10 employees (including the founder) and sell a physical consumer product outside of the beauty and wellness categories.

Plan to use the $25K grant for marketing, manufacturing, or research and development.

How to get started

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Sign in to your Fifteen Percent Pledge account. Applications will be submitted via Typeform.

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If you do not have an account, you may create a free account.

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Information you’ll need to provide

  • Keep in mind: the application is only accessible to those who have a Fifteen Percent Pledge account. If you do not have an account, you can register for free.
  • Your business MUST sell a physical product (CPG) that is NOT in the beauty category, including but not limited to: skincare, makeup, hair care, body care, fragrance, nail care, and wellness products (e.g., supplements, ingestibles, nutritional powders).
  • Be prepared to provide documentation such as your Employer Identification Number (EIN), business license, and state documents with an official seal to expedite verification.

Helpful tips

  • If selected as a recipient, you must only use grant dollars toward marketing, manufacturing, and R&D.
  • Winners will be announced in early August 2025 (the organization may reach out before then to request additional information).
  • The winner receives a cash award; grants are paid out in quarterly disbursements.
  • Ensure your application is clear, complete, and submitted early to avoid delays and maximize your chances of selection.

About this program

Provided by: Nancy Twine and Fifteen Percent Pledge

If you have questions, you can speak with a program representative at:

Program Information: 2025 Nancy Twine Dream Makers Founder Grant

Additional Information: Terms and Conditions

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