Calling all Women of Color Small Business Owners in New York State

Have you experienced challenges related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but your passion and drive could not be extinguished? You found a way to pivot and survive, but you still need support in order to grow and thrive. The HerRise PitchFest, sponsored by National Grid, is providing one small business with a $5,000 equity-free grant.

The HerRise PitchFest exists as a relief for women of color small businesses still impacted by the COVID19 pandemic.

Participant must be a HerSuiteSpot member with a small business registered in the state of New York and who’s fits the following Eligibility Criteria: 

• Business is 51% owned by women of color
• Business is currently registered in the New York State
• The business was founded before March 2020
• Revenue under $100K
• Non-profits, franchise, direct sellers, authorized resellers, or independent consultants are not eligible