November 2025: Small Business Grants & Funding Opportunities for Women & Diverse Business Owners

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Written By Nicole Grimes

Written by: Nicole Grimes. Posted: November 1st, 2025. 9:17 am ET.

November is packed with incredible funding opportunities for entrepreneurs, particularly women and diverse business owners. We've rounded up the best grants and programs with approaching deadlines to help you secure the capital you need to grow your business. Whether you're running a restaurant, launching an AI solution, or scaling an e-commerce brand, there's something here for you.

Quick-Closing Opportunities (Act Now!)

1. Slauson & Co. Friends & Family

  • Description: Accelerator providing early-stage founders with access to capital, community, and mentorship to strengthen operations and attract investment.

  • Award: $300,000

  • Deadline: Nov 2nd 2025

  • Website: https://www.slauson.co/friends-and-family

2. Global State of Women – Expert Creator Award

  • Description: Seed capital for two women navigating unemployment and launching their brands into the creator economy.

  • Award: $2,500

  • Deadline: Nov 3rd 2025

  • Website: https://globalstateofwomen.com

3. Huckberry – The Dream Year Giveaway

  • Description: Cash, Huckberry credit, first-class trip to Austin TX, and network access to help fuel your “dream year.”

  • Award: $100,000

  • Deadline: Nov 4th 2025

  • Website: https://huckberry.com/giveaway/dream-year

4. Alma Ascent Pitch Competition

5. The People’s Pitch – Safe Space Mentor

6. Woman Evolve × Wells Fargo – Mind Your Business Capital Pitch

Mid-Month Opportunities

7. Black Film Space – Emerging Filmmaker Grant

8. Wherewithal Artist Grants (DC Area)

  • Description: Funding for research, ideation, or presentation; supports artistic labor and collaboration.

  • Award: $5 000 – $7 500

  • Deadline: Nov 14 2025

  • Website: https://www.wherewithalgrants.org

9. QuickBooks – Small Business Hero Program

10. The David Prize – New York

Late November Opportunities

11. FedEx Entrepreneur Fund & Boost Camp Program – Hello Alice

12. Akina Technologies Empowerment Grant

  • Description: Manifest Your Purpose & Akina Technologies offer $1K grants to female or Texas-based entrepreneurs.

  • Award: $1 000

  • Deadline: Nov 22 2025

  • Website: https://msha.ke/manifestyourpurpose

13. Sephora Beauty Grant – 15 Percent Pledge

14. Start Pivot Grow – 90-Day Challenge

15. McKinney Innovation Fund (Texas)

  • Description: Supports startups and scale-ups in Texas with grants for early → full-scale growth. Rolling applications.

  • Award: $50 000 – $500 000

  • Deadline: Rolling

  • Website: https://uniquemckinney.com/innovation-fund

16. DoorDash Local Business Disaster Relief Fund

  • Description: Supports local businesses in the U.S., Puerto Rico, NZ, Australia & Canada impacted by natural disasters.

  • Award: $5 000 – $15 000

  • Deadline: Jan 5 2026

  • Website: https://helloalice.com/grants/doordash

17. Tech for an Equitable Future – Braze

18. Neurodiverse Entrepreneur Program – Innovation DuPage

Tips for Successful Grant Applications

As you review these opportunities, keep these tips in mind:

  • Start Early: Don't wait until the last day to apply. Give yourself time to gather materials, craft compelling narratives, and review your application.

  • Read Requirements Carefully: Each grant has specific eligibility requirements. Make sure you qualify before investing time in an application.

  • Tell Your Story: Grants for diverse and women business owners often want to understand your unique journey and impact. Don't be afraid to share what makes your business special.

  • Quantify Your Impact: Whenever possible, use numbers and data to demonstrate your business's success and potential.

  • Follow Up: After submitting, follow up appropriately and stay engaged with the organizations offering these grants.

Get This Money For 2025!

These November grants represent just a fraction of the funding opportunities available to diverse business owners throughout the year. The key is staying informed and ready to apply when opportunities arise.

Want to stay in the know about funding opportunities like these? Join the CBN Business Directory and never miss a chance to secure the capital your business deserves.

Remember: These deadlines are approaching fast. Review the opportunities that align with your business, gather your materials, and get those applications submitted. Your next growth phase could be just one grant away.

For the more up-to-date information on grants and more opportunities, visit www.caribbiznetwork.com/grants

Note: This post was created with the assistance of genAI with human editing and additions.

Nicole Grimes
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