Starting your own business grants

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

Hi,
Well of course it is not simple to get a grant. Most have limited application windows, funding, and the like. But try our "sister site" of https://www.womenandminoritybusiness.or ... usinesses/ if you are a disadvantaged business.
Also the US Chamber of Commerce has a list too of nationwide grant programs for a small business - as they come up and are posted and that is here. https://www.uschamber.com/co/run/busine ... d-programs

Hello,
I am seeking assistance finding grants or funding I would not need to pay back in order to start my business. I don't even have money in order to get a business license. I would need to use my home as a business for a few reasons, but one of the reasons is I do not have money to add an attachment to my home or add a building within my property. However, a concern I have with this is clients and others will know where I live. As of right now I have the idea and certifications, but I am stuck here. I would appreciate help becoming unstuck in order to move my life forward.
Thank you for your time.

[Oxford12]

Hello,
I am seeking assistance finding grants or funding I would not need to pay back in order to start my business. I don't even have money in order to get a business license. I would need to use my home as a business for a few reasons, but one of the reasons is I do not have money to add an attachment to my home or add a building within my property. However, a concern I have with this is clients and others will know where I live. As of right now I have the idea and certifications, but I am stuck here. I would appreciate help becoming unstuck in order to move my life forward.
Thank you for your time.

[Ranndyred]

My daughter and I have had a tough time this past year. Besides some health issues, I lost my job and my business. Then my fiancé stole money from me and we were evicted and homeless. My fiance than started to harass me. I have decided that I would like to go back to school, catch up on back bills and get caught up on rent and my past business debts. I have dues to pay for my daughter's school, we need a vehicle and I would like to start a new cleaning and maintenance business with a friend of mine. Even though I just had a company shut down, I am hoping for a loan to help start this new business.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

That is a lost list. Maybe use our research and information on debt help or financial aid to pay off loans. As we have many options listed for all that on the main website. Find the resources here. https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/htm ... _debt.html

[Oaker]

Hi, My name is Taylor and I am a single mother of two, working full-time and a full-time college student and starting a business. I need funding for it, even loans. I just recently put my downpayment on my home and I now have a mortgage, utilities, daycare payment, wifi, phone bill, insurance, and lot rent for my new mobile home. I was struggling as it was renting a room in someone's home but now I am completely on my own and my bills have tripled even as I start a business. I was not happy in my last place (was facing harassments) and neither were my sons since we were crammed all in one room. I have been looking for help for a while, even before moving to my own house. I desperately need some help and anything would be appreciated.
I live in Gainesville, Florida.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

Hi Kathryn and Harmony,
Since you are both women (or have female names!) we have a list of assistance programs that we are aware of. They may help you with your online business or any other program. Maybe advice, counseling, or free grants. Find them all here. https://www.womenandminoritybusiness.org/

Hello there,
My name is Kathryn.  I am in quite a bind and would highly appreciate any information on any local programs you might know of in my area as right now I am working an online business.  I have a daughter, Harmony, who would also benefit from such help.  I was supporting us off my jewelry I sold from home online that I make, but can no longer afford to do that.  We are also about to be homeless as the friend in which we are staying with is selling their home.
Thank you for your time.

[Zentec1]

Hello there,
My name is Kathryn.  I am in quite a bind and would highly appreciate any information on any local programs you might know of in my area as right now I am working an online business.  I have a daughter, Harmony, who would also benefit from such help.  I was supporting us off my jewelry I sold from home online that I make, but can no longer afford to do that.  We are also about to be homeless as the friend in which we are staying with is selling their home.
Thank you for your time.

[My Daddy]

I recently moved back to Maryland about a month ago from Albuquerque, New Mexico. I'm starting a business and need grants. It is a business that creates art, film, fashion, and entertainment events to promote upcoming artist, talent, musicians, filmmakers, entertainers and companies who deserve to get recognized, and to selling fashion designs.
For my first project:
3-in-1 Pay It Forward Project called "New Beginning" to fundraise for the homeless in Maryland and possibly Washington DC, if funding allow it. It's in pre-production stage. No one is getting paid since it's about giving back for a good cause, paying it forward to change lives, it’s based on donation and volunteers.
The selected people have to qualify to get the funding. They have to prove it by their action that they want to move forward & not stay homeless & live off the government system. I'll be working with the organizations for the homeless to find me the people we can help to get a chance for a new beginning.
3 projects consist of (all three need donations)
1) short film
2) fundraise
3) Banquet & Ceremony where we hand the money & more.
Since I need to figure out how much to raise from a grant for a single person, a married couple, a family of whatever number. Is the funding to them for 3 months, 6 months,etc..? I happened to see your website and your resources is astounding for starting a business. I want to thank you for your hard work and missions with the homeless in Maryland. This is going to help me a lot.
If you're interested in knowing more about this project and would like to help out in some way with a grant I would like to meet with you.
Again, thank you for your website and resources.
Sincerely Yours,

[Ebonee]

Hello. My name is Casey. My 2 children and I are currently in a motel with maybe 1 more night we can afford. We've been selling everything we own just to stay here and we operate an online business. My daughter is schizophrenic and has two registered emotional support dogs. My mom owned the mobile home where we were living, and she decided to sell it rather quickly leaving us with nowhere to go. My son does work and currently pays all the bills by himself. My daughter helps as much as she can with artwork & logos for online businesses. I try with direct sales, but I recently had a full hysterectomy to remove ovarian cancer & have Lupus and I do the bookkeeping for a friend's mechanic shop, he's struggling himself & can't pay me much. We were doing ok with the online business - making it until we were blindsided by my mother. I think we may have found a home to rent near my son's ride to work, but desperately need help with the deposit, first month's rent, & getting the water & power on. I have been extremely blessed with children that take care of me. I need to do something for them. Thank you for your time. Casey

[Sorkin]

In need of assistance with my rent, landlord debt and utilities, and possibly a lawyer due to the fact that I am being evicted or not having the option to renew my lease without REASON. I'm being harassed by the manager of my apartments with visits from Fairfield Police Department, PEST Control, local businesses and False Reports being made. I need some help and everyone that I contact can’t do anything for me or have no clue what to say or how to help.

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

Maybe. Try SCORE for help from the government....of which I am a volunteer for. The non-profit gives free advice as part of the SBA. Maybe this organization can help you understand if any potential in the idea and/or launch a business. https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/htm ... dvice.html

Hi, I was wondering if there was any government programs or some type of assistance that would help with getting an idea.

[SouthernGirl]

Hi, I was wondering if there was any government programs or some type of assistance that would help with getting an idea. I am a single mother of 2 and at the moment I am unemployed. I have an idea that I would like to get patent and I visited with a home and get dressed company and was shocked on how much it cost. Needless to say being unemployed I could not meet the financial end.
I really believe my idea has promised and if there was put in the right hands I think it would take off. Like I said I'm unemployed and I want to at least give my dreams a shot. If there is any information you take that might help me accomplish this I would so appreciate any information or program that might be useful. Thank you so much and I hope to hear from you with good news hopefully. And it. Also like a social worker are some when I can speak to about other concerns I have. Thanks again, God blessed

[Zimmer]

Hello. I am in need of rental assistance while I wait for my business to ramp up. I have a 9 year old daughter and am facing eviction from our apartment. I feel behind on my rent due to my hours being changed periodically throughout my lease. My rent is $610 each month. My previous job caused me a lot of stress but I stuck it out for over a year. I have a new job now and am enrolled in school online. I truly need assistance so my daughter and I can stay where we, I have no other place to go, my daughter's school is 5 minutes away and I just want to maintain stability for our lives and I am on the right track to getting back on my feet. I eventually want my own business to succeed and help others find their path in life, so I work full time at my business and in a job and help my daughter. Thank you and I do appreciate your time and understanding.

[DanaP]

Dear sir/madam, I have many loans due and also need to pay my apartment rent of $645 + late fees by 26th September, 2018 otherwise I will be evicted. I have other bills like credit card debt, medical bills, payday short term loans and electricity bills. I have a work at home job which is not paying very well. I need funding to start my own handmade business. I am unable to get any help on my own. I have had a hard time remaining employed, and have suffered a lot of discrimination and harassment, and don’t wish to go back to the conventional work force as don't want to work. I need to float a loan for a few months before I get my gig going. I would appreciate any help. My family is not very cooperative, and are not very well off either.

[MelissaN]

Dear to whom it may concern,
I a drummer, singer, and business owner. I need grant funds to support my business, and to start up a new operation. I need grant funds to pay for two credit cards with the amount of $300 and $500. I need grants for my existing student loans. I also need a grant for two automobile repairs for my mother's automobiles. I have family members that need grants for student loans, credit cards and other loans.
Ask God to tell you everything you need to know. Ask God to do everything you need God to do to solve my needs for grants. Ask God to do everything you need God to do while asking God what would God do? Thank you.
Sincerely,

[My kids and I]

Greetings.
I am looking for assistance with getting a vehicle with a low interest bearing payments. I am a single mother of three who owns her own business and is in need of a grant to get a vehicle for starting a new, second business. Would you contact me with the agencies that would be able to assist me?

[Offtherack]

I'm a fulltime student, working on a divorce, I've been and continuously looking for work around my school schedule. I need money to make money,. I need to buy business cards, fax machine, home phone, and furniture for potential clients. I also need a vehicle.
I'm working on a divorce and staying in family member basement for free, thank God for her kind heart. She have kids and limited in her help. I'm a good and very clean person like the best if an opportunity present itself to get it the best of what I'm asking. I appreciate it, thanks.
I will always look for work on the side while trying to get a business going in and out the home. Please help connect me to the right resources. Thanks a lot for your time and effort.

[CBC]

I am working on a program to build better than builder grade homes for low income Ohio families. The idea under consideration is to provide jobs with pay using the Henry Ford concept of enough pay to buy his cars. Most people in low income areas are there due to societal infrastructure problems and/or multi-generational personal development issues. This will be and should stay a non-government funded program. It will help many people and organizations such as yours. You need to convert customers from needing financial help to being able pay utility bills on their own and on time. There is nothing wrong with earning a profit for investors. This program will not request changes in your already available bill paying options which are very usable. By now you are wondering what I want from Duke Energy. I want general information on utility costs for low income Ohio families. Especially those in the City of Columbus. No names and no addresses. Information will be used to see impact on utility costs living in current homes versus expected costs of living in new homes and will help me start my business using high efficiency appliances and heating/cooling equipment. With mortgage costs being lower than rent and expected savings on utility costs the program will look very attractive to program sponsor/backers to proceed. My belief as a private sector businessperson is we can do more at a better cost than government can or wants to in our responsibility to feed, clothe and shelter the less fortunate among us. Thank you in advance for the information I hope to receive.

[data entry]

Thanks, this is another starter for me to continue......thanks again

[Admin - Jon McNamara]

One option may be the Business Recovery Grant and Loan Program. This is a grant program that was created by the Louisiana Recovery Authority in partnership with and administered by Louisiana Economic Development. I suggest calling the Louisiana Economic Development at 800.450.8115

I currently reside in New Orleans, La. I would like information on any GRANT programs that would assist in my purchase of a gutted bldg and revitalizing it to open a business. I've registered by business name with the secretary of state and put an LLC behind my name. I think I'm on the right path to success, but need a little help with the bldg purchase and finance to fix the property up. Thanks for any and all information that will be given.