women business grants

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Understanding grants

• First, you have to research and find a grant for
  which you're eligible.
• Then, you have to understand the strict
  application and compliance guidelines you must
  meet, to be eligible.
• Third, you have to compete with other businesses
  for the same pool of money.
• Fourth, you're awarded a women business grants,
  you must report on how you used it.
• Finally, you must devote time and energy to the
  lengthy application process, then wait for
  approval. In a nutshell, you need to have all of
  your ducks in a row, up-front and afterward.

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Finding federal and state grants

• Many business owners think that federal grants
  are just a click away. We have all seen the ads
  promoting free federal money to start businesses.
  
• But this is a huge misconception.
• While there are federal grants available in the
  areas of medical research, science, education and
  technology development, no such grants exist
  specifically for women-owned businesses.
• You may find grants that fund projects
  that empower women, but such funding is often set
  aside for nonprofit corporations, not for-profit
  businesses.

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Understand the Process

• The process of applying for a small business
  grant is lengthy and much more involved than
  simply filling out a few forms.
• In fact, before you can apply for a federal
  grant, you need to determine if you are eligible,
  and you may need to research other funding
  options.
• Be sure you understand what funders are looking
  for from you and have a firm handle on what your
  business can offer others.
• Also understand that once you receive funds, you
  will be responsible for recording outcomes and
  making detailed reports on how the money was
  used.

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Determine Your Eligibility

• Before you dive into putting together an
  application for a grant, it is a good idea to
  make sure you are even eligible to receive one.
• As a small business applying for a federal grant,
  you must meet specific qualifications in order to
  apply.
• In general, federal funds are only given to
  startups if your business will be serving the
  greater good in society.
• In other words, organizations that are
  nonprofits, educational institutions or engaging
  in activities such as scientific research or
  developing cutting-edge technologies will be able
  to apply.
• Once your small business is established and
  operating with a positive outcome, some federal
  programs may be available to you.
• However, this will most likely be in the form of
  a lower-interest loan or contracting
  opportunities, rather than a grant.
• Additionally, your business must fall within
  specific size standards in order to qualify as a
  "small" business.
• The Small Business Association (SBA) exists to
  help small businesses find funding to grow their
  companies.
• You can check the SBA website to determine if
  your business is eligible to apply based on your
  average number of employees or your average
  annual receipts.

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Perform Thorough Research

• Closely connected to eligibility is finding an
  appropriate source of grant funding for your
  business.
• Again, nonprofits and companies that address
  big-picture concerns in society are the only ones
  likely to receive outright grants.
• Companies that are pursuing green energy
  alternatives, actively integrating veterans into
  their workforce, developing businesses in rural
  areas or looking to expand global exporting are
  examples of those that may find success in
  obtaining the grants for small business startup
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• You'll want to pursue those funders whose
  interests align with your company's mission and
  objectives.
• For-profit businesses will have better luck
  accessing grants on the state level and through
  private foundations.
• In some instances, federal funds are provided to
  state or local areas to administer.
• As an example, the state of Texas offers grant
  opportunities in the areas of production
  agriculture, health and nutrition, rural health
  and economic development within the state.

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Compile Application Materials

• Writing a women business grants proposal is an
  intensive procedure. You will need to gather a
  wealth of information and compile it into several
  sections containing
• Information about your organization
• An explanation of the need you seek to fulfill
• Your solution for solving the problem
• How you will track the impact your organization
  makes as a result of the funding
• A detailed budget and how funds will be allocated
  within the project plan
• Additional documentation requested by the funder
  such as tax details, certifications or personnel
  qualifications

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Submit a Timely Proposal

• When it comes time to submit your grant proposal
  be sure it is on time.
• Follow all the submission guidelines including
  the requested formatting and length.
• If you are including supporting materials,
  arrange them in an index at the end of the
  proposal for grants for small business startup.
• Be sure to include signatures of owners or board
  members if requested.

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