The AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund, made possible by the Grubhub Community Fund, is designed to benefit Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander-owned restaurants across the country.
Donor Name: National ACE
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/31/2024
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
With the industry facing ongoing economic challenges, the AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund is available to help under-resourced restaurants respond to supply chain disruptions, increased inventory costs, workforce development, and safety for their employees.
Funding will allow AAPI restaurateurs to take their business to the next level through development ideas such as infrastructure improvements, e-commerce and technology, employee benefits, and operations streamlining. Ultimately, this will help AAPI entrepreneurs to scale their businesses, secure their futures, and give back to the life of their neighborhoods by fostering safe and enjoyable places to gather.
With over $5 million in funding awarded to 351 AAPI businesses over the past 3 years, the AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund and the Grubhub Community Fund continue to uplift the hard work and dedication of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander restaurant owners.
Eligibility Criteria
- The restaurant must be Asian American/Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian majority-owned (at least 51%);
- Must be based in the United States;
- Must be currently operational;
- Must be a for-profit business;
- Must show proof of their primary licensed activity as “the preparation and serving of food”;
- Operates in a single location;
- Cannot be a franchise;
- Must demonstrate financial need;
- Funds must be used towards growth and expansion of the business;
- Must demonstrate community impact (i.e. culture/community, hiring, charitable/philanthropic efforts, etc.);
- Priority will be given to first time grant applicants;
- For grand prize finalists, you must be able to attend Annual Conference in Santa Clara, CA on September 4, 2024. (Flight vouchers and hotel accommodations will be provided via National ACE)
For more information, visit National ACE.
