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Grant Recipient

July 16, 2021

WomensNet Mini Grant Awarded to FFORA

FFORA

Woman Entrepreneur:
Lucy Jones

Congratulations to Lucy Jones, Founder and CEO of FFORA for being the WomensNet Mini Grant recipient.

FFORA is a lifestyle and accessories brand which utilizes the power of functional design and real life experiences to create beautiful products that place the disability at the forefront of design. “We recently signed on with a new disability Market Place called Juniper, backed by Global Brands Group which not only sells disability related products but also fosters a diverse online community,” said Jones.

The Mini Grant will help Jones with funds that are needed for marketing materials as well as their own inventory needs.

Applications are currently being reviewed for the $10,000 Amber Grant. You can apply today to be considered.

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Forbes

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Nerd Wallet

“Every month, WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses. At the end of each year, monthly grant winners are eligible to receive one of three $25,000 annual grants.”

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“Launched 20 years ago this grant honors the memory of a young woman who wanted to be an entrepreneur but died at age 19 before she could achieve her goal.”

CNN

“The Amber Grant offers three $10,000 grants to women-owned businesses each month. Then, at the end of each year, WomensNet gives an additional $25,000 to three grant winners from that year.”

Essence Magazine

“This organization offers monthly grants of up to $10,000 to support female entrepreneurs starting businesses. Those who qualify for these grants are also in the running for a yearly $25,000 grant.”