Deadline: 8-Jul-22
IFundWomen (IFW) is pleased to launch a call for applications for the Caress Dreams Fund.
This year, Caress is continuing their commitment to diverse entrepreneurs. The Caress Dreams Fund will bring 60 founders through crowdfunding accelerator programs culminating in a $5,000 grant for each business, opportunities to pitch, plus the coaching and creative services they need to execute successful fundraising campaigns.
Benefits
Over the course of two cohorts throughout 2022, 60 women of color founders will be selected (30 per program) to each receive a $5,000 grant and access to valuable resources that will set them up for success and reach their funding goals through crowdfunding campaigns. Learn more about what the program offers:
- Annual Coaching Membership: Program participants will receive a year of 1:1 coaching with IFundWomen experts on all of the business topics they need to know.
- 12-Week Crowdfunding Accelerator Program : Program participants will go through a 12-week fundraising program to prep, launch, and execute a successful crowdfunding campaign in 2022. The 12-week program will take place from August 8, 2022 through October 26, 2022 .
- A $5,000 Grant : Program participants will receive a $5,000 grant from Caress as the first funder of their crowdfunding campaign.
- Exclusive Networking Opportunities : Program participants will receive unique opportunities to expand their network and learn from industry experts.
Eligibility Criteria
- Business must be owned and operated by a woman of color
- Must be located in the US, identify as a woman, and be over the age of 18
- Must have annual revenue of $10K or more
- Must have a compelling digital presence and supporting media
- Applications will be accepted through July 8, 2022 11:59 PM PST.
For more information, visit https://ifundwomen.com/caress