We are pleased to announce the recipients of the Fall 2024 Impact Partner Grant, a program dedicated to fostering inclusive innovation in Raleigh. The Impact Partner Grant provides up to $20,000 in grant support as well as programming and networking opportunities to each organization selected.
Entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and businesses from all over the city submitted proposals showcasing innovative solutions for strengthening Raleigh's economy. Proposals were reviewed by City of Raleigh staff and leaders in business and innovation within our community. The winning applicants were selected for their innovative ideas to support our local workforce, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
Please join us in congratulating the following organizations:
- RIoT is a Raleigh-founded technology based economic development (TBED) organization focused on job creation and company growth.
- National Institute of Minority Economic Development: Women's Business Center of North Carolina is a nonprofit that provides free and low-cost business support to women entrepreneurs within the Raleigh/Durham and eastern NC counties.
- Hope Renovations is a nonprofit that prepares underemployed women and gender expansive individuals for construction careers and helps older adults age in place through renovation projects.
- Poe Center for Health Education is a nonprofit that educates and empowers North Carolina children, youth, and their families to make choices that increase positive health behaviors.
- Enjoy the Baby, LLC is a small business that empowers and supports doulas to provide care to families.
- The National Black MBA Association – RDU Chapter is a nonprofit that fosters economic equity and career advancement for historically underrepresented professionals, entrepreneurs, and aspiring leaders through education and professional networks.
We are honored to support these organizations and are excited to share their successes with the community. To learn more about the Impact Partner Grant program, please visit the webpage.