Grants Are Falling Like Leaves đ | November Roundup
Fall isnât slowing down and neither should your funding goals! Check out this monthâs latest grant opportunities.
Hello Business Bestie,
Welcome to the November 2025 edition of our Grant Opportunities Roundup.
Inside, youâll find a curated list of funding opportunities tailored for your business. Whether youâre leading a nonprofit, building a social enterprise, or running a neighborhood-based business, thereâs something here to help you grow your impact.
đ€ Black-Owned & Women-Led Businesses
Funding, accelerators, and programs that support Black entrepreneurs, women founders, and inclusive business growth across industries.
đ€ Grassroots & Community-Led Initiatives
Grants and resources for nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, and social enterprises making a local impact in areas like housing, education, and health.
đ Cultural Diversity & Anti-Racism Initiatives
Support for projects and organizations advancing equity, preserving heritage, and uplifting underrepresented voices through storytelling and creative expression.
đ Local & Neighborhood-Based Nonprofits
Funding for community-focused nonprofits, schools, and local government partners delivering essential programs that strengthen neighborhoods.
đ Artists, Writers & Literary Creators
Opportunities for visual artists, writers, independent publishers, and arts professionals pushing creative boundaries and promoting cultural awareness.
đ Beauty Industry & Creative Entrepreneurs
Programs supporting founders in the beauty and wellness industries who are blending creativity, innovation, and community impact.
đ Food & Retail Small Businesses
Grants for grocery stores, food retailers, and small business owners helping their communities thrive through access, service, and sustainability.
đ Certified & Diverse Suppliers (New York)
Funding and growth opportunities for certified New York-based suppliers, including MBE, WBE, DBE, DVBE, VOSB, LGBTBE, 8(a), SDB, and SBA-certified businesses.
1. The Galaxy of Stars âGalaxy Grant
The Galaxy of Stars âGalaxy Grantâ offers business-owners (especially women and minority entrepreneurs) the chance to win cash (for the current round) with a simple, free online application that takes only about 30 seconds. The grant is open to anyone who is either starting a business or currently running one, regardless of experience level.
Amount: $2,500
Eligible locations: United States
Deadline: November 30, 2025
2. The Etsy Emergency Relief Fund
The Etsy Emergency Relief Fund (in partnership with CERF+) offers grants to U.S.-based sellers who have experienced a federally declared natural disaster in the past year, provided theyâve been active on Etsy for at least one year and their account is in good standing. The fund is designed to help creative entrepreneurs rebuild after events like hurricanes, wildfires or other major disasters.
Amount: $2,500
Eligible locations: United States
Deadline: Rolling / Quarterly review cycles
3. The Freed Fellowship Grant
The Freed Fellowship Grant supports U.S.-based small business owners by providing monthly funding opportunities to help them grow and sustain their businesses. Each winner also receives a one-year membership in the Freed Studio mentorship community, a private strategy session, and eligibility for a year-end award. The application is simple and based on the Freed Fellowshipâs 5C Framework, which evaluates core areas of business growth. This program is open to micro and small business owners, especially those from underrepresented communities.
Amount: $500 + gains access to a one-year membership in the Freed Studio mentorship community, a private strategy session, and is eligible for an additional $2,500 year-end grant.
Eligible locations: United States
Deadline: Rolling
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