Pursue Your Pivot: Resource Roundup - Part ll

A word …

Consistency brings change! I completed 30 days of the 75 Soft Challenge I started on April 1st, and ya girl is down 7.6 lbs. For those who are unfamiliar, this challenge is about more than just working out, drinking water, and reading. It’s about discipline and creating new habits. What new habits are you making to help you pursue your pivot? 

On another note, I was sad to see April go, but May means we are closer to my second favorite month … June. It’s like summer but without the heat. In the meantime, let’s make this the best month yet!

Happy May! It’s another 31 days to start creating the life you want to live!

Now, onto the business at hand ...

Since you all enjoyed the resource roundup that I did two weeks ago, I wanted to share a few more opportunities that came across my timelines recently. Again, if you know someone who could benefit from this information, please forward this newsletter to them.

Caveat: Including these resources does not endorse these offerings and platforms. Please do your due diligence to ensure that any opportunity you pursue is right for you and your unique set of circumstances.

Funding Opportunities

• Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant (Due June 6th): This grant is part of Verizon's commitment to give small businesses the tools and resources they need to thrive in today's digital economy and ultimately benefit their local communities. Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready program, which also offers free courses, coaching sessions, and mentoring, is free to sign up for and unlocks access to the grant application.  Apply Here

• Amazon Business Small Business Grants (Due May 24th): Amazon Business is awarding over $250,000 in monetary grants and prizes to support the growth of 15 small businesses. More Info Here

• Fund Her Future (Due May 26th): Block Advisors by H&R Block provides funds and services to empower women-owned businesses—particularly those focused on making a difference in their communities—to reach their full potential. They will offer more than $100,000 in grants and services to five women-owned businesses in 2024. Apply Here

• Progressive Driving Small Business Forward (Due June 14th): Progressive is dedicating $1 million to award 20 deserving businesses a $50,000 grant demonstrating a need for a qualifying commercial vehicle to run their business. Apply Here

• Local Grants: Search for grants that your local city, county, foundation, or large companies are offering to small businesses. You may be surprised by the amount of money available in your backyard to help you pursue your pivot. 

Entrepreneurial Training and Mentorship

• Hello Alice: A free online platform that helps businesses launch and grow. They guide owners through every step of their entrepreneurial journey by providing knowledge, funding, networks, and peer-to-peer connections with more than 1,000,000 small business owners. Check It Out Here

• Amazon's Small Business Academy: This platform is for early-stage entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to learn how to start, build, or launch their businesses. Whether you're curious about starting a business, have a business idea but need some guidance, or already have one and want to grow–their resources are here to help. Explore Here

• HubSpot Academy: This platform offers quick, practical courses to comprehensive certifications, allowing participants to learn everything they need to know about the most sought-after business skills. Learn More Here

• Your First Million Masterclass: In this Masterclass, Arlan Hamilton, Founder of Backstage Capital, teaches how to make your first million in steps: $0-$1,000, $1,000-$10,000, $10,000-$100,000, and $250,000 - $1M. Get Access Here

Parting Thoughts …

Take what works for you and leave the rest.