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Grant Recipient

May 20, 2024

April 2024 Amber Grant Awarded to Hiker & the Hound

Hiker and the Hound

Woman Entrepreneur:
Kelsie Jo Snyder

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We’re excited to announce the April $10,000 Amber Amber Grant recipient. Congratulations to Kelsie Jo Snyder, Owner of Hiker & the Hound. She is the fifth qualifier for the 2024 year-end Amber Grant ($25,000).

Recently, WomensNet Advisory Board member Jama Hernandez sat down with Kelsie for an exclusive interview. You can listen to their conversation and view the transcript below.

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