Visa launches She’s Next Grant Program – India

Deadline: 27-Aug-23

Visa invites small businesses owned and/or led by women to apply for the program, of which Visa will select and support three local women entrepreneurs with a grant of $10,000 each.

Visa is continuing its commitment to empower women by equipping them with essential tools, resources, and funding opportunities to sustain and scale their small businesses. Visa’s She’s Next Grant Program is now in India and is dedicated to provide opportunities for women by helping them take their business to the next level of growth.

Towards the end of September, the three winners will be announced and awarded grants of $10,000 each.

Why is it so important?

• Globally, female entrepreneurship is rising, with 153 million women operating established businesses.
• Yet gender gaps continue. Globally, just 10% of women are new entrepreneurs, compared to nearly 14% for men. Women who own and manage businesses have a unique set of challenges, including access to capital and networks.
• Supporting this growing sector and addressing these obstacles is why Visa launched She’s Next.

Funding Information

• Each of the Recipients will receive a $10,000 grant for supporting the growth of their small business (Grant).

Eligibility Criteria

• The Grant Program is open to any natural person of any gender who meets all of the following eligibility requirements:
  • The entrant should be a legal resident of India;
  • The entrant should be a citizen of India;
  • The entrant should be at least the age of majority i.e., 18 years or older;
  • The entrant should be a woman entrepreneur;
  • The entrant’s business must have been operating for at least one (1) year;
  • The entrant’s business must have a minimum annual turnover of INR 1,000,000;
  • The entrant’s business must be digital-first and should have a legitimate and compelling digital presence on one or more digital platforms such Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram etc.

For more information, visit Visa.