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65 grants, loans and programs for small businesses
The US Chamber rounds up dozens of funding sources for entrepreneurs.
These women VCs got together to close the Latina funding gap
Forbes reports on Libra Leaders, a new platform to help women entrepreneurs “scale the capital ladder.”
In Nevada, a new business loan program for Latinas
The state has created a microloan program to close the funding gap, reports the Nevada Independent.
56 grants, loans and programs for small business
The US Chamber has rounded up dozens of financial opportunities available around the country.
How two nonprofits plan to boost Hispanic VCs
A new initiative, called Alzar, provides both training and a financial commitment, says Forbes.
A new VC firm in Delaware targets underrepresented founders
Bronze Valley, from Birmingham, Alabama, is launching in the First State, reports technical.ly.
46 grants, loans and programs to benefit your small business
The US Chamber’s extensive list showcases both broad-based programs and industry-specific funds.
NALCAB gets $1.5 million to support diverse small businesses
The National Association of Latino Community Asset Builders will use the funds to boost nonprofit lenders, reports Al Dia.
Top small business grants to propel growth
Business.com rounds up grants from federal, state and local governments, as well as corporations.
In South Carolina, a new fund for minority-owned businesses
Spartanburg launches a $6.2 million program, reports Fox Carolina.
Crowdfunding provides capital for minority entrepreneurs
It’s a route for women and minority founders who are overlooked by traditional VCs, says Yahoo!Finance.
New York State’s new fund focuses on small businesses from traditionally underserved communities
Governor Kathy Hochul says the $30 million Pre-Seed and Seed Matching Fund Program will offer early-stage start-up companies $50,000 to $250,000.
This women- and Latinx-founded VC firm has $100 million to invest in diverse teams
Boston-based Mendoza Ventures has secured the first close on its third fund at $100M to use in early growth-stage startups, reports Tech Funding News.
Tulane has a new $10 million startup fund for women and minority entrepreneurs in New Orleans
The university’s fund will make available up to $200,000 per applicant, reports nola.com.
