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Empower Growth Fund Ongoing
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Eligibility for Empower Growth Fund

Micro-grant for underrepresented US entrepreneurs with documented revenue seeking to scale or systematize operations.

Amount $5,000
Deadline Periodic
Location United States
Category Grants For For-Profit Businesses
Questions 4 total
Required 4 required
View full grant on Grantaura Updated April 4, 2026 on Grantaura.

I'll be honest - the Empower Growth Fund eligibility picture is tighter than most micro-grants, and that's actually good news if you fit. This program isn't for idea-stage founders or pre-revenue hustles. It's for underrepresented entrepreneurs who've already proven they can generate revenue and now need $5K to systematize operations or accelerate growth. If your business is legally registered in the US, has been running for 18+ months, and brought in revenue last year, you're in the ballpark. The checker below walks you through the core gates quickly. No fluff. Just clarity on whether this grant is worth your application time right now.

Understanding the underrepresented entrepreneur criterion

The official page uses "underrepresented entrepreneur" without listing protected classes, which can feel ambiguous. In context of Black & Brown Founders' mission, this centers Black and Brown founders specifically, though the language doesn't explicitly exclude other marginalized groups. Self-assessment is expected here - if you identify with a group that faces systemic barriers in entrepreneurship funding, you likely qualify. When in doubt, that's exactly where a live 1-on-1 consultation with a grant expert helps more than guessing alone.

Revenue documentation that actually works

You need to prove revenue from the past 12 months, but the format matters more than applicants realize. A P&L statement signals financial literacy and structured tracking. Bank statements show raw transaction volume and real deposits. A tax return summary demonstrates legal compliance and long-term seriousness. None is explicitly preferred by BBFounders, but your choice tells a story about your business. If your books are clean with decent margins, lead with the P&L. If volume is your strength but net is thin, bank statements might serve you better. Our experts can help you select the format that presents your situation most favorably before you submit. Get expert review of your eligibility and documentation

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Eligibility Requirements (Source-Based)

  1. Is your business legally registered in the United States? Required
    Confidence: H
    Source
  2. Has your business been operating for at least 18 months? Required
    Confidence: H
    Source
  3. Did your business generate revenue in the past 12 months? Required
    Confidence: H
    Source
  4. Do you identify as an underrepresented entrepreneur (Black, Brown, or other marginalized group)? Required
    Confidence: M
    Source