Since 2018, The Mama Ladder has helped mom business owners build confidence, clarity, and community through the #HighFiveGrant program. In 2023, we’re giving $38,500 in grants to 24 deserving mom business owners.
We are thrilled to announce the fab four on our 2023 High Five Grant for Moms Judging Panel. We are so excited to have these accomplished, compassionate, and business-savvy women working with us and are grateful for their willingness to help us help other mom business owners. Learn more about them here.
Applications open here September 1-30, 2023. Mom entrepreneurs are invited to apply here. Plan 30-60 minutes to complete your application and share the high five “why” behind your business on social media, tagging @themamaladder with hashtag #highfivegrant.
October 2023. Every application is reviewed. A judging panel of successful entrepreneurs who support mom-founded businesses narrow down entries from around to world to eight (8) promising finalists.
October 20, 2023. Eight (8) finalists announced, featuring their business story. Then you can VOTE HERE for your favorite mom-owned business! One vote is allowed per device.
October 28, 2023. Grand Prize winner announced! Every mom-built brand finalist will receive a grant check to grow their business.
More than 11.9 million firms in the U.S. alone are owned by women. (National Association of Women Business Owners)
Yet in 2021, only 2.0% of VC funds went to women-owned businesses. (Forbes)
We’re doing a small part to be the change, and we have the BIG goal of give $1 million in grants to mom-owned companies by 2030
Thanks to generous sponsors, we’re proud to support promising mom entrepreneurs. These grants are not venture capital, and never need to be paid back. We see it as a boost to help you grow!
(includes 2023 grants)
Thank you to sponsors, who make these grants possible! A Judging Panel of seasoned business owners will select eight (8) finalists and sixteen (16) semi-finalists in the Fall 2023 grant competition. The top three will be determined by a public vote, pitches to sponsors, and Judging Panel input. Prizes for our 2023 High Five Grant for Moms finalists:
(Includes a giant vanity check!)
+ $1,000 credit for your office furniture at Walker Edison
+ One-hour strategy meeting with Product Marketing House ($6,000 value)
+ $1,000 credit for your office furniture at Walker Edison
+ One-hour strategy meeting with Product Marketing House ($6,000 value)
+ $1,000 credit for your office furniture at Walker Edison
+ One-hour strategy meeting with Product Marketing House ($6,000 value)
+ $1,000 credit for your office furniture at Walker Edison
The Mama Ladder helps ambitious mom entrepreneurs grow their business. This is an international grant program. Mothers who own businesses, from any country, are welcome to apply!
For fall 2023, there are four simple requirements:
You ARE A MOM! This grant is exclusively for women caregivers with human child(ren) of all ages. If your children are adults, we say: “Once a mom, always a mom.” This grant also welcomes first-time expecting moms, stepmoms, and foster moms.
You own at least 50% of a for-profit product or service-based business and are serious about growth.
You can verify earning business revenue in the past 12 months.
You know the WHY behind your business, and will share it with the world. (See the #HighFiveGrant examples!)
Be inspired by former winners. Click below to see their businesses.
Dear friend,
Building a business with baby on board!
HIGH FIVE for being serious about your business and committed to your babies!
My story: I was laid off from my corporate ladder job while expecting my second baby. When he was born, no job offered the flexibility I wanted with two kids under age two. With big goals and little know-how, I “created my own ladder” to fit my motherhood by launching a marketing company in 2016.
My first client made a deposit of $5,000. That initial capital meant so much and gave me confidence to grow. I worked with mentors, played with my babies, and worked on my business. In our first full year, we passed $100,000+ revenue. Fast forward to 2023, and Comma is a baby-friendly, seven-figure agency featured in Forbes, and one of the fastest growing companies in Utah. I’m so grateful. Best part? Being a business owner gives me freedom to be there for my kids.
At The Mama Ladder®, we want to see you climb after business dreams that fit your family. I invite you to apply for the High Five Grant. Let's see what you can do, Mama!
High fives from here,
Mama of four· Cofounder, The Mama Ladder® · Owner, Comma Copywriters
