The $100,000 fund will make investments to 25 diverse-led businesses in Southern California. Frequently Asked Questions
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Please visit the Grant FAQ page or contact us for more information.
The pre-registration window is your opportunity to secure your spot early for a chance to receive grant funding for your business. Don’t worry, if you pre-register, we will ensure to remind you by email when the grant application launches on October 17, 2023.
Once the grant application opens, you’ll receive reminder emails containing direct links to the page where you left off. If you require assistance with the application, such as needing the application link or having questions about the assets, please email support@foundersfirstcdc.org.
The deadline to complete this grant application is November 13, 2023.
For this application, you will be asked to provide these assets:
Do you need help with your application? We offer Virtual Office Hours through Zoom to answer any questions you may have or to assist you in progressing through the application process. If you are unable to join, please email your questions to support@foundersfirstcdc.org.
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Our team and our supporting partners will commence the evaluation of the grant semi-finalist applications. During this period, you will be invited to participate in an exclusive virtual educational program, which we have designed with the intention of enhancing your understanding of how prepared your business is for funding, at no cost to you.
Important Note:
To be eligible as a finalist, completion of this educational program is required. However, the results from this program will not impact your ranking within the finalist bracket.
We will announce the finalists for the Southern California Job Creators Grant during our Virtual Press Event on Zoom. The event will feature a select group of our regional partners, our Executive Director Shaylon Scott, and Founder Kim Folsom, who will speak and congratulate the grant finalists.
Watch our recap of our 2022 SoCal Press Event: www.youtube.com/watch
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