$10,000 Grant for Minority-Owned Food and Beverage Businesses

Get a $10,000 grant and mentorship if you are an entrepreneur of color in the food and beverage industry.

When to apply:

As soon as possible. Applications are due September 26, 2022.

You should apply if you

Are a U.S. citizen at least 25 years or older as of November 1, 2022.

Have a for-profit business at least 51% minority-owned.

Produce less than $5 million in annual gross revenue and do not have an alcohol beverage retail license.

For full eligibility requirements, including restricted businesses, see the terms and conditions.

How to get started

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Click here to login or create an account and complete the online application.

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If selected, you will be notified by November 1, 2022.

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Information you’ll need to provide

  • Personal information including your name, phone number, and email address. 
  • Business information including business name, EIN number, and social media pages/website (if applicable). 
  • Brief description of your business, including the products and/or services you offer.
  • Explanation of any debt your business currently has. 
  • Narrative questions explaining how the grant money will accelerate your business to help you achieve your goal and how your business currently impacts your community. 
  • A short selfie cell phone video (~1 minute long) that describes your business background, your journey as a multicultural entrepreneur, your business and why a grant would help you succeed.

Helpful tips

  • Record the required selfie video beforehand, you will be asked to submit this in the application.

About this program

Provided by: SIA Scotch 

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

Program Information: The Entrepreneurial Spirit Fund

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