Guide
Apply for Minority-Owned Business Grants
Get the ideas, structure, and enthusiasm you need to secure one of the thousands of grants available to minority entrepreneurs.
Black-Owned Business Resource Center
No matter if you’re a Black business owner just starting out or a seasoned entrepreneur who’s been around the block, you’re going to encounter plenty of challenges and rewards. Hello Alice and the NAACP are 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.
Stevonne Ratliff
Founder of Beija-Flor Naturals
Belinda Givens
Owner, BGV SLP
Owner Spotlight
The Power of Black Entrepreneurship
“I’m on a mission to create generational wealth for my boys, and I know it starts with me being able to show them that you have to take chances, you have to take risks, you have to put yourself out there.”
Funding
It’s a fact that Black owners have more difficulty qualifying for business loans than other groups. That’s why Hello Alice created the Small Business Funding Center to curate the best grant opportunities and connect you with 90+ lending and financing partners — all with one simple application.
Featured Opportunity
Small Business Progress Loan from Accion Opportunity Fund
Help take your business to new heights with the Small Business Progress Loan from Accion Opportunity Fund. If you’ve been in business for 1+ years with $50K in annual sales and 20%+ ownership, this loan could propel your business forward. Learn more about the Accion Opportunity Fund and apply today! Terms apply.
“Although it’s not Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J, this grant is the shot in the arm that we need to grow our business.”
Julian Petty
Co-Owner, All Chill Ice Cream
Guides
Whether you’re searching for funding or figuring out how to reach an audience, entrepreneurship definitely has a learning curve. Our interactive how-to guides provide step-by-step information and time-saving advice from entrepreneurs.
Join the NAACP Community
Learn from people that have walked your path and understand your challenges. With over 75,000 members, the NAACP Community on Hello Alice is a place for Black entrepreneurs to ask each other questions, share wisdom, and collaborate on their next big idea.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
It’s time to discover what you need to grow your business. Hello Alice is here to guide you with funding, expert advice, and a supportive community at every step of your entrepreneurial journey.
