HomeBase
Description
The HomeBase Program empowers small businesses to grow by providing flexible microgrants for eligible activities that increase revenue, and leverage additional funding opportunities.
Goal of the Program
The goal of the program is to eliminate barriers for growth by providing flexible funding for minority-or-women-owned small businesses in Allegheny County.
What We Provide
The program focuses on those ready to take their next growth step with targeted support and guidance. We provide grants up to $5,000 for eligible activities.
Eligibility guidelines
- Be located within Allegheny County
- Have less than 5 employees
- Have been operating for at least one year
- Made less than $1M in revenue in the previous year
Use of funds
Funding from HomeBase is designed to be flexible, allowing businesses to use it where they need it most. These funds are NOT to be utilized for day-to-day business operations such as payroll, rent, existing debt, or any other ongoing expenses.
Examples of eligible activities include:
- Ceritifcations or subscriptions to expand your business
- Equipment or materials for new product launch
- Specialized consulting for entering new markets
How to Engage
At this time, HomeBase has received an influx of applications, and we have since maxed out our currenting funding available. Our team is committed to seeking additional funds to replenish our grant fund so that we can continue to provide HomeBase grants to small businesses. Please continue to check back as we will update it as soon as we are able to re-open the grant application. For more information on HomeBase, please email homebase@neighborhoodallies.org.
This is an open enrollment program with no deadline while funding lasts. We focus on supporting minority and women-owned businesses.
Questions? Check out our FAQs.
Do you have a dispute or disagreement with the decision made on your application? Please email homebase@neighbohroodallies.org to request a Dispute Resolution Form.