The Chicago Blackhawks Foundation is excited to launch the third cycle of the program to continue to support minority owned small businesses on the West Side by providing $5,000 grants through the Support West program.
Donor Name: Chicago Blackhawks Foundation
State: Illinois
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/13/2024
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Support West is a program created in direct partnership with, and in support of small businesses. From creating jobs to creating safe spaces, investing in local businesses is vital to the future of their communities, and what makes the Support West program so unique is that it’s not just about the financial investment. Their goal is to shore up the economic corridors of West Side communities through financial resources and marketing support, providing long-term assistance to these neighborhoods.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for a grant, businesses must meet the following requirements:
- Located in a West Side neighborhood, particularly in Austin, Belmont Cragin, East Garfield Park, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, Lower West Side, Near West Side, North Lawndale, Pilsen, South Lawndale, West Garfield Park or West Town.
- Categorized as one of the following business types: Food and Beverage, Art/Entertainment, Health & Wellness
- 10 or fewer employees
- Minority owned and operated business
- Less than $250,000 annual revenue
- In business for at least one year
- Willing and able to participate in programming with mentors and professional development beginning in February 2025 and ending in September 2025
For more information, visit Chicago Blackhawks Foundation.
