The Circle Community Jackie Wurm Grant Program FAQs

 
 

Q: When will the application be open?

A: Applications for the first grant cycle closed on December 6, 2024. Stay tuned for 2025 open application dates!

Q: Who is eligible to apply?

A: The grant program is open to any woman (or person who identifies as female) business owner that meets the following criteria:

  • A legal business entity registered in Minnesota and possessing a valid EIN number

  • Majority business owner (51% or more) who resides in the Twin Cities Metro area

  • Agrees to the terms and conditions outlined below

Q: How will the grants be awarded?

A: The BWC Jackie Wurm Grant Committee will review applications to determine the dollar amount and number of recipients. For the first grant cycle beginning January 2025 we will be awarding two $2,500 microgrants to:

  • One BWC Member

  • One Community Member 

Q: What are the requirements for grantees?

A: Terms and Conditions of the grant recipients are as follows: If selected to receive a grant, all recipients agree to…

  • Attend 3 implementation support meetings (one before the grant is disbursed and two after the funds have been awarded).

  • As part of the implementation planning process metrics will be established to track progress and effectiveness of the funds awarded. Grantees agree to reporting at each checkpoint.

  • The grantee also agrees to submit a closing survey including a testimonial within 30 days of the grantee implementation period.

  • A 1-year membership to the BWC will be awarded along with the funds, and recipients agree to participate in monthly circle meetings beginning in 2025 (BWC member agreement also applies).

Q: When will I be notified regarding my application’s status?

A: If you are eligible for the program and fill out all necessary fields in the application, you will see a confirmation screen after hitting “Submit”.

If you are selected as a finalist, you will be notified via email. Being selected as a finalist does not guarantee you will receive a grant. As a finalist, additional documentation might be required.

We will be announcing our first grant recipients on January 10, 2025 and awarding funds on January 27, 2025 after grantees have completed their first implementation support meeting. Stay tuned for our second grant cycle later in 2025!

Q: What if I still have questions?

A: If you have further questions regarding the program, please reach out to us at hello@thebwc.org.