AMAKA Grants for Creative Entrepreneurs

Grant Overview

Donor: AMAKA Studio Ltd

About: AMAKA Studio proudly introduces the AMAKA Grants initiative, dedicated to empowering creative entrepreneurs by providing essential tools and support. Recognizing the challenges faced by SMEs, creators, and freelancers in securing the right resources and talent, AMAKA Grants offers financial assistance and expert guidance to help them thrive.

Each month, AMAKA Grants awards two deserving businesses with $500 subscriptions and Creator credits. Recipients can choose software tools such as Canva for design, HubSpot for marketing, or other relevant software, and benefit from personalized consultations to maximize their use of these tools and find suitable creative talent on AMAKA Gigs. The grant covers an annual software subscription (up to $500) and provides complimentary consultations and Creator Credits, with AMAKA contributing between $200 to $500 towards creator needs.

Applying for AMAKA Grants is straightforward. Qualified brands, business owners, and creative entrepreneurs with a minimum quarterly revenue of $1000 are eligible. Applicants can submit their details through the AMAKA Grants typeform, and upon submission, will receive a confirmation email. The AMAKA team reviews applications monthly, selecting two recipients who demonstrate strong potential.

Successful applicants must post a Gig and commission a creator on AMAKA within 14 days of being awarded the grant. The AMAKA Grants are available globally, and applicants must provide proof of revenue based on the last three months.

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Focus: Creative Software, Business Tools, Marketing, Design, Talent Sourcing, Freelancing

Region: Global

Eligibility:
-Qualified Brands, Business Owners, and Creative Entrepreneurs
-Minimum quarterly revenue of $1000
-Applicants must provide proof of revenue based on the last 3 months

Benefits:
-Annual Software Subscription (up to $500)
-Free Consultation Services
-Creator Credits (50% discount up to $1000, with AMAKA contributing between $200 to $500)

Terms:
-AMAKA Grants: A program by AMAKA Studio Ltd to support creative entrepreneurs with tools and resources.
-AMAKA Gigs: A platform facilitating connections between brands and Pan-African creators.
-Creator Credits: Discounts provided to grant recipients to commission creators on AMAKA.