Fiscal Year 2026 Clean Team Grant Program: $4.5M Business Funding Opportunity for DC Commercial Corridor Enhancement
- Deadline : September 8, 2025
- Businesses, Nonprofits
Apply for free expert marketing consulting, brand strategy, and mentorship exclusive to U.S. women founders ready to scale.
Donor: SheScales (by Michelle Cardinal & Jane Crisan)
About: Women founders outpace their peers in revenue yet face a marked shortfall in marketing resources. SheScales launched this initiative to bridge that divide, offering no‑cost, high‑impact guidance on brand positioning, performance media, and campaign architecture. Unlike purely financial awards, this program taps into seasoned expertise think of it as the professional equivalent of a growth accelerator for your brand. See how local businesses have thrived under similar marketing‑focused grants.
Each cohort is hand‑picked to preserve an intimate, workshop‑style environment. You’ll receive tailored brand strategy sessions, deep dives into paid and organic channels, and one‑on‑one mentorship with senior leaders from Rain the Growth Agency. The collective wisdom of our Board of Advisors means you’re not just filing paperwork you’re co‑creating a roadmap. Explore other women‑centric funding paths that pivot on community and shared expertise.
Marketing isn’t a checkbox; it’s the pulse of scalable growth. By coupling your ambition with expert media planning, you sidestep costly trial‑and‑error. Whether you aim to double ad ROI or refine your brand story, the SheScales framework equips you with repeatable tactics. EmpowHer grantees have seen similar strategic boosts, translating guidance into measurable lift.
Beyond sessions and slide decks, you join an alumni network that continues exchanging referrals, feedback, and joint‑venture opportunities. This program’s true ROI emerges when peers champion each other—whether it’s guest posting, co‑sponsorships, or collaborative campaigns.
While SheScales propels you forward, Grantaura stands ready to refine your application, craft standout narratives, and ensure every data point underscores your growth trajectory. Our track record 300+ successful projects means you’ll present not just a story but a strategic investment case.
Focus: marketing consulting, brand strategy, performance media, mentorship, networking, women entrepreneurs
Region: United States
Eligibility:
– Woman founder or co‑founder
– U.S.-based business
– Demonstrated growth trajectory (2024 sales & 2025 projections)
– Committed to marketing scale‑up
– Completion of SheScales application form
Benefits:
– Free brand strategy workshops
– Customized performance media plans
– One‑on‑one executive mentorship
– Peer networking in a selective cohort
– Access to SheScales Board of Advisors
Deadline: Rolling
Terms:
– Performance Media: Paid and organic digital channels planning to optimize reach and ROI.
– Brand Strategy: Holistic definition of your brand’s unique value and market positioning.
— Includes messaging frameworks and visual identity guidance.
– Cohort: A small, curated group of participants progressing through the program together.
– Mentorship: Direct advisory sessions with senior marketing executives.
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