$223K
In SEED Grants Awarded
$300K
SEED Grant Funds Raised
88
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
14
Jobs Created By M/WBE's
2026 SEED Grant Awardees
Spring 2026 SEED Grant Awardee
Toby Keener
Owner of TNTDEVINE
Spring 2026 SEED Grant Awardee
Jeanine Falls
Owner of First Desk
Spring 2026 SEED Grant Awardee
Kristen Bagwill
Owner of Aura Home
Spring 2026 SEED Grant Awardee
Yahav Sal
Owner of Vessel Club
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.
