Ascender program awarding grants ranging from $300 to $5,000.
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Ascender has opened its mini-grant campaign for small businesses based in Allegheny County that are majority-owned by a Black entrepreneur.
Applicants must complete a form and submit a two-minute video by March 4 to be considered for the program, which is supported by the Poise Foundation and Dollar Bank.
Ascender said five grants will be awarded, ranging from $300 to $5,000.
To be eligible, businesses must be for-profit and incorporated, employ up to 10 and have a clear plan on how the funds would help to achieve a business goal. Details can be found on Ascender's website.
Ascender, based in East Liberty, is a nonprofit mentorship and coworking space provider.
