2026 Microgrant Overview

As She Stewards is excited to use our Cares Initiative to provide multiple $250 microgrants designed to empower women entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners. Our mission is rooting in serving women so that they may thrive and walk in purpose surrounded by community. And one way we do that is by giving back in tangible ways.

If you’re considering applying, take this as your sign to move forward. Your idea matters, your voice matters, and the vision placed on your heart is worth pursuing. Sometimes the hardest step is simply believing that you are worthy of the opportunity in front of you. This grant exists to support women who are building with purpose, and if this resonates with you, trust that you are exactly the kind of woman we hope to see step forward.

Her First Bloom Microgrant

Her First Bloom is a microgrant for female entrepreneurs in their first year of business who have officially registered their company with their state’s Secretary of State. Applicants must operate a U.S.-based business that has been in operation for one year or less.

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In Her Thriving Era


The In Her Thriving Era microgrant was designed to support female entrepreneurs in years three through five of business. Eligible applicants must have a U.S.-based business registered with their state’s Secretary of State and actively operating.

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Application Process & Next Steps

  • Applications Open

    March 8th

    As She Stewards will begin accepting applications for both microgrants.

  • Applications Close

    March 22nd

    Applications will no longer be available to be submitted.

  • Announcement

    March 31

    Microgrant winners will be notified with a special presentation on April 1st.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What will winners receive?

Selected recipients will receive:

  • A financial microgrant
  • Access to business development resources
  • Visibility within the As She Stewards community

When will winners be announced?

April 1, 2026. We will have a special presentation on April 4, 2026.

What type of businesses can apply?

For profit and non profit organizations

How must the funds be used?

Grant recipients are expected to use funds to support business development, growth, or launch activities such as marketing, product development, business formation, or operational tools.

Do I have to pay an application fee?

Applicants may submit either a video or a $5 application fee. The application fee only applies to those who prefer not to submit a video.

How will I be notified of the grant winner?

All applicants will be notified via the email address provided in their application. Selected recipients may also be contacted directly for confirmation before the public announcement. Once winners are finalized, they will be announced on the As She Stewards website and social media platforms, so our community can celebrate and support the entrepreneurs selected.