FORWARD by Square

Apply for this one-month self-guided training and get access to mentorship, 1:1 coaching sessions and a $20,000 grant upon completion.

When to apply:

Applications are currently closed and will reopen in March 2024.

You should apply if you

Own a for-profit business that is operated by, founded by, or has a current CEO who identifies as Black/African American or Latino.

Have a U.S. based business in one of the following categories: clothing & accessories, health & beauty, home goods & furniture, or food & beverage sectors.

Have publicly launched and currently in the first three years of operation with a reporting gross revenue between $25,000 – $500,000.

Have a Square seller account or are willing to switch over to Square products within 60 days of completing the accelerator program.

How to get started

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Click here to complete the online application.

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Information you’ll need to provide

  • Personal information including your general contact information, home address, gender, ethnicity and age. 
  • Details about your business including the year you started and were incorporated, legal structure, brand description, target audience, and value proposition.
  • Operational documents such as your business plan, business financials, and incorporation papers.

Helpful tips

  • The application will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. 
  • This program will award a total of 25 participants with $20,000 each after completion of the accelerator program.

About this program

Provided by: Social Change Fund United, 1863 Ventures, and American Express

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

Program Information: FORWARD by Square

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