Black Founder Startup Grant
Black Entrepreneurs Matter. Black women entrepreneurs receive less than .5% of venture capital funding.
Economic Development & Resource Center
Menu
RE·SOURCE
provide (a person or organization) with materials, money, staff, and other assets necessary for effective operation.
RESOURCES
BBP WILL PROVIDE:
SMALL BUSINESS KIT
A customized small business kit based on an initial meeting between the new BBP member and a Board member. The small business kit will include information regarding planning, accounting, marketing and networking
EMPLOYMENT LEADS
Employment leads through our relationships with local Black Businesses, and members providing employment opportunities, and partnerships with the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland; Counties, Health Services, and other community corporations and organizations.
DIRECTORY
Contact information for all current members in a BBP Directory that will be updated when new members join within 30 days
CONTRACTS
Leads for contracts with eligible Business owners for the City of Pittsburgh, PA and Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland; Counties.
TRAINING
Training in being prepared to take advantage of grant opportunities available through government sources and foundation sources. Receive business specific education from BBP business owners, workshops/seminars, and assistance navigating through business licenses and certifications
MENTORING
Mentoring opportunities with BBP experts for members.
OPEN GRANTS
Invoice2 Go Grow Grant
Grow by Invoice2go is giving away $200,000 to eligible small businesses owned by people
Rural Business Development Grants
This program is designed to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses.
