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At the Paadio Grant Center, we empower micro, small, and medium businesses and community-based organizations (CBOs) by providing comprehensive support and resources to access vital grant opportunities. Our mission is simple: to be your trusted partner in navigating the complex world of grants, offering tailored assistance, expert guidance, and up-to-date information to help you succeed. Whether you're a startup seeking funding for growth or an established organization aiming to make a greater impact, we're here to champion your cause and drive positive change in your community. Explore our services, connect with our team, and embark on your grant journey with confidence. Welcome aboard!
CURRENT GRANTS - JULY 2025
DO YOU Fellowship
DO YOU Fellowship
Website: DO YOU Fellowship Application
Overview
The DO YOU Fellowship is a dynamic program designed to empower and support founders, offering access to funding, resources, and a powerful network. This fellowship fosters a vibrant community focused on uplifting innovative, high-growth businesses led by underrepresented founders. It serves as both a catalyst for personal and business development and a platform to challenge inequities within the entrepreneurial and investment landscape.
Status (Profit/Nonprofit): For Profit
Eligibility Criteria/General Requirement
Must be at least 18 years old.
Business must be registered in a U.S. state or territory and actively operating for at least one year.
Business must be a for-profit entity.
Business must be in the post-revenue stage and meet one of the following financial thresholds:
Minimum annual revenue of $250,000, or
Have raised at least $150,000 in funding.
Founder must own at least 51% of the business.
Business must be tech-based or integrate technology in an innovative way.
Business should be poised for growth and actively seeking investment to scale.
Applicants must describe how their inclusion in the program would help disrupt inequities in their entrepreneurial or investment ecosystem.
Application Deadline: July 20, 2025
Focus Area/Areas of Expertise
Technology and innovation
Startup growth and investment readiness
Equity in entrepreneurship
Women- and minority-led businesses
