Grants
The 14th Amendment of the Constitution of the United States provides, in part, that no State can "deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property..."
BROWSE A RESOURCE
“LESS THAN ONE PERCENT OF AMERICAN BUSINESSES ARE SINGLE MOTHERS OWNERS”
Single mother business owners and single mothers inspiring to become entrepreneurs need access to capital and funding more than ever before. So, The Single Mother Advancement Project (THESMAP) is doing just that - supporting single mother entrepreneurship and the businesses that have been hit the hardest because of social injustices and marginalization.
Our grants provide single mothers with the opportunity to fulfill their dreams of starting a new business. These grants not only offer financial support but also give a sense of empowerment and independence to these hardworking and unappreciated women. By taking advantage of these resources, single mothers can create successful businesses that benefit their families and communities.
​
The Single Mother Advancement Project (THESMAP) believes in single mothers - together, we can help make their dreams a reality...
THE SINGLE MOTHER ADVANCEMENT PROJECT (THESMAP) SMALL BUSINESS GRANT. No matter if you are a single mother business owner just starting out or a seasoned entrepreneur who has been around the block, you are going to encounter plenty of challenges and rewards. The single Mother Advancement Project (THESMAP) is constantly identifying new funding opportunities to help you launch and grow, gather experts with the answers to your latest business questions, and host a community of fellow owners to collaborate with and cheer you on.
The Single Mother Advancement Project’s (THESMAP’s) Small Business Grant aims to empower single mother entrepreneurs and businesses through funding and resources and has, in previous years, contributed largely to the growth of single mother businesses across the nation. All rising and single mother entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply for the Small Business Grant. Businesses selected will receive up to $25,000 along with resources as tools to propel their futures.
The Single Mother Advancement Project’s (THESMAP’s) Small Business Grant also aims to assist entrepreneurs in obtaining vital business certifications, which are important to facilitate networking, business connections, and draw partnership opportunities with larger corporations and organizations. The goal is to provide a lifeline for small single mother businesses, which helps them sustain the growing economic impact in the communities they serve.
​
APPLY NOW
GRANTS.GOV. Grants.gov offers federal grants, which are a form of federal assistance used to carry out a public purpose in support or stimulation authorized by a law of the United States. Although there are many grants on Grants.gov, few of them are available to individuals and none of them are available for personal financial assistance, student loans or starting a small business.
If you are just entering the realm of grants and government funding, it can feel overwhelming trying to find the right program for you or your organization. When considering grants, these programs can be broadly categorized as those awarded by the federal government and those awarded by non-federal entities. Within these two categories are a variety of funding sources and program types.
​
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The U.S. Department of Education (ED) is the agency of the federal government that establishes policy for, administers and coordinates most federal assistance to education. It assists the President of the United States in executing his education policies for the nation and in implementing laws enacted by Congress. The Department's mission is to serve America's students - to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.
The U.S. Department of Education operates with the goal of ensuring education in the United States is of a good quality and accessible by everyone. The ED has specific areas that it focuses on to reach its main goal. These areas include creating policies about financial aid and distributing financial aid, collecting data on education in the U.S., bringing attention to key education issues and preventing discrimination. The U.S. Department of Education is also responsible for maintaining policies related to education and improving the educational system.
​
A grant is a way the government and non-government organizations fund your ideas and projects, particularly those that provide public services and stimulate the economy. Often referred to as “free money,” grants can come from the federal government, schools, and private organizations.