Detroit City Wire

Business owners are encouraged to consider applying for the June small business grants, which aim to assist entrepreneurs in various sectors. These grants can be used for growth and improvement areas such as expansion, innovation, or sustainability initiatives. They offer crucial financial support to small businesses and their communities.

Pathway to Opportunity, previously known as the National Black Business Pitch, is an annual competition where Black-owned business owners present their businesses to professionals in corporate management and supplier diversity. This event helps promote services and products while potentially expanding networks of customers and vendors. Applications for Phase I are open until June 9, 2025, with Phase II scheduled for August 20.

The Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grant offers up to $5,000 for artists facing recent medical emergencies. Eligible applicants include generative artists in visual arts, choreography, or film/video/electronic/digital arts with an average income below $75,000 ($150,000 for joint filers). The grant covers out-of-pocket expenses like co-pays and emergency dental work but excludes chronic conditions or ongoing care. Applications for Cycle 31 open on June 10 at 10:00 a.m. ET.

Home service professionals can apply for a $10,000 Jobber Grant recognizing excellence in safety and operations, career building, innovation, and community impact. Both new and established home service business owners who want to grow or give back can apply. A total of 15 grants will be awarded with funds usable at the recipient's discretion. Phase 1 applications close on June 11 at 5:59 p.m. MT.

The Cartier Women’s Initiative supports women impact entrepreneurs driving social and environmental change through two award categories: Regional Awards across nine global regions and the Science & Technology Pioneer Award celebrating scientific or technological advancements. Winners receive up to $100,000 in grants along with leadership coaching and access to a global network of peers and mentors. Applications close on June 24 at 2:00 p.m. CEST.

The Faire Small Business Grant provides $5,000 grants as Faire.com credit to select new retail businesses for inventory purchases within six months on the platform. U.S.-based applicants must have opened their retail store within the last year or plan to open this year by June 30.

Galaxy Grants aims to support women and minority entrepreneurs by offering resources including a $3,500 Galaxy Grant Giveaway sponsored by Hidden Star organization with a quick entry process ending on June 30.

Secretsos Small Business Grant offers $2,500 to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges if they operate in eligible US states excluding Alaska, Florida, Hawaii New York Rhode Island by June 30 at 11:59 p.m CST.