Welcome to the Paadio Grant Center
Sponsored by Brooklyn Park
Master the art of grant writing with Unlocking the Power of Grants: Your Guide to Securing Funding Success. Learn to find the right grants, write winning proposals, and secure funding for your business
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 - AUGUST 2025
The TRANSFORM Business Grant
The TRANSFORM Business Grant
Granting Organization/Business Unit: TRANSFORM Business Grant
Website: The TRANSFORM Business Grant
Overview
The TRANSFORM Business Grant provides $1,000 in funding to anticapitalist, social impact-driven businesses led by individuals from systemically marginalized groups, including BIPOC, disabled, formerly incarcerated, queer, trans, and nonbinary people. In addition to funding, recipients participate in a year-long mentorship program with access to pro bono services in branding, coaching, marketing, and skill development. Rooted in anticapitalist and antiracist values, TRANSFORM aims to dismantle oppressive systems and redistribute wealth to empower sustainable business growth and professional development. Application dates for the 2025 cycle will be announced on the organization’s website, social media, and newsletter.
Status (Profit/Nonprofit): For-profit, Social Impact Businesses (U.S.-based only)
Eligibility Criteria/General Requirement:
Open to applicants in the United States, regardless of citizenship or immigration status.
Individuals and teams/groups may apply.
Applicants must demonstrate financial need (defined as being unable to access necessary resources with current means).
Applicants must identify as part of at least one systemically marginalized group.
Business or idea must:
• Align with TRANSFORM’s antiracist and anticapitalist values.
• Be social impact-oriented, challenging systems of oppression or addressing social injustices.Business activities in medicinal or clinical practices are not eligible.
Grant Requests Not Accepted:
Political organizations or activities
Religious organizations for religious purposes
Student loans or debt repayment
Medicinal or clinical practice-based businesses
Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
Grant Amount: $1,000 (plus year-long mentorship and pro bono business services)
Focus Area/Areas of Expertise:
Social Impact Entrepreneurship
Anticapitalist & Antiracist Business Practices
Marginalized Communities (BIPOC, Disabled, Formerly Incarcerated, Queer, Trans, Nonbinary)
Business Mentorship and Professional Development
Contact Information: TRANSFORM Business Grant
