Description

In this episode, host Ayisat Abilogun interviews Tracy Erby, the director of Texas Women's University and the Center for Women Entrepreneurship, about accessing grants for small businesses. Tracy shares valuable insights and tips on how to successfully apply for grants, including the importance of reading and following grant guidelines, avoiding common pitfalls, and highlighting the use of funds. She also provides information on grants currently available, such as the Start Her Grant, and emphasizes the importance of building a strong network and valuing customers. Overall, this episode offers actionable advice for small business owners looking to access grant funding.

Resources:
Grant application review email: CWEgrants@twu.edu

45 Small-Business Grants for Women: Free Funding in 2024 - NerdWallet

https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/12/19/sba-growth-accelerator-fund-competition-accelerate-innovation-driven-ecosystem-building-9-million

https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/01/08/sba-growth-accelerator-fund-competition-opens-jan-8-expand-strengthen-its-national-innovation

SmallBizCatalyst.org/resources


Takeaways

• Read and follow grant guidelines to ensure eligibility and meet requirements
• Avoid common grant pitfalls, such as not answering all questions and not requesting the full grant amount
• Highlight the use of funds and be clear and concise in grant applications
• Take advantage of grants currently available, such as the Start Her Grant by TWU CWE opens September 3rd, 2024, at smallbizcatalyst.org/resources
• Build a strong network and seek support from other entrepreneurs
• Value and appreciate customers and clients

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