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Amber Grant for Women

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$10,000 USD monthly; $50,000 USD year-end (three monthly...
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Amber Grant for Women provides up to $10,000 USD monthly; $50,000 USD year-end (three monthly winners selected; total year-end pool $150,000 USD). Monthly grant awarded to women-owned businesses. Monthly (end of each month).
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Eligibility & Details

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Program Description

Monthly grant awarded to women-owned businesses. One monthly winner also eligible for additional year-end grant. Simple application process with no business plan required.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a women-owned business (majority owned and operated by a woman)
  • Business must be based in Canada or the United States
  • Open to any business stage (startup through growth)
Eligible in
Canada + United States
Industries
All
Business Stage
Startup Growth

Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Easy
Competition
High
First-Timer
Friendly

Funding Details

Amount
$10,000 USD monthly; $50,000 USD year-end (three monthly winners selected; total year-end pool $150,000 USD)
Type
Award
Level
Private
Deadline
Monthly (end of each month)

Program Scorecard

Competition, effort, and approval at a glance

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High
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Competitive
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Rejection Pitfalls 4

  • Not women-owned/led
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Application Playbook

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Application Steps

1 Visit the Application Page Go to ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-amber-grant/apply-now/ and review eligibility: must be a woman 18+, business must be 50% women-owned, and based in the US or Canada.

Required Documents 4

✓ Short online application (no business plan)
✓ Brief business description

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Compatible Programs

BMO Celebrating Women Grant Cartier Women's Initiative WES Ecosystem Fund grants BDC Women Entrepreneur programs
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How Amber Grant for Women Compares

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Program Amount Difficulty Payment Deadline
Amber Grant for Women $10,000 USD monthly Easy Advance Payment Monthly (end of each...
BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program $10,000 Grant Moderate Lump Sum Between intakes —...
Cartier Women's Initiative US$30,000 / US$60,000 / US$100,000 Hard Lump Sum Annual — 2027 edition...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the questions founders most often ask about Amber Grant for Women

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Can I apply if my business is based in Mexico?
No — only Canada or US-based businesses qualify. Applications from outside these countries are rejected immediately. Check "Business must be based in Canada or the United States" in eligibility.
What's the typical award amount?
$10,000 USD monthly (for general Amber Grant winner) or up to $50,000 USD year-end (for monthly winners who qualify for year-end award). Realistic for small business needs like marketing or inventory.
Do I need to submit a business plan?
No — simple application with no business plan required. Focus on a compelling narrative about how you'll use the funds (e.g., 'I need $10K for spring inventory to meet demand').
Why do most applications get rejected?
Missing the $15 fee without a waiver request, a weak narrative about how the grant will be used, or not being at least 50% women-owned.
Can I stack this with other grants?
Yes — compatible with BMO Celebrating Women, Cartier Women's Initiative, WES Ecosystem Fund, and BDC Women Entrepreneur programs. Apply for all simultaneously.

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