Avenue Foundation
CERTIFIED 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT
AVENUES OF IMPACT
MENTORSHIP AND MARKETING GRANT PROGRAM
Our mission at Avenue is to empower transformational change on an individual, community, and global scale. In line with this vision, the Avenue Foundation's Avenues of Impact Mentorship and Marketing Grant Program is designed to support purpose-driven, BIPOC-owned small businesses with the resources needed to drive their missions forward.
Application & Eligibility
The Avenue Foundation: Avenues of Impact Mentorship and Marketing Grant Program aims to bridge the gap for businesses that are making social, environmental, or community impacts, but may lack the marketing insight and support to amplify their message.
Businesses must meet the following criteria:
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Must be majority BIPOC owned (50% or more).
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Must be able to provide proof of business registration within the state of Oregon.
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Must demonstrate a clear purpose-driven mission in line with social, environmental, or community impact.
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Eligible businesses can receive additional credit if they meet one or more of the following criteria:
Non-profit organization
Certified B Corporation
Woman-Owned Business
Steps to Apply
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Ensure your business meets eligibility requirements.
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Share your mission and how the Avenues of Impact Mentorship and Marketing Grant Program can amplify your impact.
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Avenue reviews all eligible and complete applications. Selected applications will be invited for a consultation meeting.
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If accepted, Avenue will collaborate with your business to outline key milestones and timelines.
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A formal agreement is signed, and grant funds are disbursed to kickoff our consulting partnership.
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Selected businesses will receive a set number of consulting hours from Avenue, in alignment with our three main service areas: Paid advertising, search engine optimization, or social media.
Beyond consulting services, grant recipients may also receive supplemental marketing resources.
Selected businesses will be featured in Avenue’s annual Impact Report.
Next Application Period:
Coming Soon!
Avenue Foundation Board Members
Anna Madill
Board President
Founder & CEO of Avenue
Board Treasurer
Founder & CEO of Construct The Present
Alexis Braly James
Cameron Madill
Board Secretary
Advisor at PixelSpoke