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    The Fifteen Percent Pledge AI Illumination Grant

    $20k grant for a black owned e-commerce business

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    Due Date
    May 3, 2025 at 3am
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    The Fifteen Percent Pledge, in proud partnership with the a16z Cultural Leadership Fund (CLF) and Hartbeat Ventures, is excited to announce the AI Illumination Grant—a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower Black-owned businesses through the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. One grant winner will receive $20k and the runner-up will receive $15k. Here's how it works:

    • Must attend at least one of two educational webinars offered as part of the program
    • Must be a member of the Fifteen Percent Pledge’s Business Equity Community
    • Operate an e-commerce business in any category, selling a unique physical product
    • Be Black-owned, with at least 50% ownership by a self-identifying Black individual
    • Employ between 1–15 team members, including the founder
    • No minimum revenue is required to qualify.
    • Apply by May 2, 2025

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