$198K
In SEED Grants Awarded
$250K
SEED Grant Funds Raised
79
M/WBE's Awarded
A SEED Grant
Join us for our 3rd annual
Fundraiser Events
August 15-16, 2025
Join us for our 3rd annual
Fundraiser Events
August 15-16, 2025
How The SEED Grant Has Transformed M/WBEs Since 2018
The data presented is based on a survey from 16 of our 71 SEED Grant recipients
36%
Average Yearly Revenue Growth
11
Jobs Created By M/WBE's
2025 SEED Grant Awardees
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Larisha Jones
Owner of Equip Her Movement
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Alicia Jett & Marie Newell
Co-Owners of Clout Coffee
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Courtne Matthews
Owner of Miyel
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Sarah Miller
Owner of Revive Rehab
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Amanda Belfield
Owner of Take Care Transport
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Ashley Lee
Owner of For Toast & Mingle
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Tasha Pryor
Owner of Totally Pampered
Spring 2025 SEED Grant Awardee
Jannah Sanchez
Owner of Tsokolate
Empowering Minority & Women-Owned Businesses to Grow, Thrive, and Lead
We empower minority and women-owned businesses in Columbia and Mid-Missouri by providing access to capital, real-world business education, and personalized coaching and mentorship. Through our programs, M/WBEs gain the tools, knowledge, and support needed to grow sustainable businesses, increase revenue, and create long-term economic impact in their communities.
Empowerment Through Opportunity
Equity and
Inclusion
Sustainable Economic Growth
Our Programs
SEED Grant Application Training
Our SEED Grant Application training is designed to provide valuable insights on effectively presenting your business when applying for our grant. We offer virtual training sessions and personalized 1-on-1 assistance to ensure you have all the support you need. You’ll learn how to craft a compelling application that showcases the strengths of your business and demonstrates why you deserve to receive a SEED Grant.
