Funding. Resources. Community.

 

Bridging the
access gap

Founder Forward is a 501(c)(3) organization that works with underrepresented founders to build a community and platform that advances equity and access in the entrepreneurship ecosystem. 

 

  • We help Black, Latinx and Indigenous founders level up through FounderForward.

  • We build a community of resources and support around underserved and underrepresented founders.

  • We connect founders to policymakers for meaningful discussion and learning opportunities.

Founder Forward

A tech-enabled community platform dedicated to cultivating the next generation of diverse founders by creating wealth and equity through support services that help close the early stage capital and
advising gap.

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News & Events

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Launching a new Founder Forward cohort: Sustainable Bronx
Launching a new Founder Forward cohort: Sustainable Bronx

Founder Forward is awarding four $5,000 grants to Black, Latinx, or Indigenous founders in the Bronx who are building and innovating with sustainability in mind or would like to incorporate more sustainable practices. Open to for-profit businesses with an MVP and revenue under $250,000

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Launching a new Founder Forward cohort: New Longevity
Launching a new Founder Forward cohort: New Longevity

Founder Forward is awarding four $4,500 grants to Asian or Pacific Islander founders who are building and innovating for an aging population. Open to for-profit businesses with an MVP and revenue under $250,000.

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Thinking about starting a company? 63 resources to help new founders
Thinking about starting a company? 63 resources to help new founders

60 tools and resources for first-time business owners who are looking to start their journey as a corporation, LLC, or partnership. These resources cover lean canvases, networking, market share, pitch decks, financing, technical assistance, and more.

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Championing Small Businesses
Championing Small Businesses

Small Business Saturday is an opportunity to invest in community! This holiday season we are grateful for our founders who drive impact year round.

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Envolve is now Founder Forward!
Envolve is now Founder Forward!

We have big news! Envolve USA is now Founder Forward.

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Honoring Earth Day through Environmental Justice Initiative
Honoring Earth Day through Environmental Justice Initiative

Envolve is excited to announce a new initiative focused on supporting innovative Black and Brown entrepreneurs in the environmental justice space.

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Envolve USA 2020 Year in Review
Envolve USA 2020 Year in Review

2020 was an extraordinary year. Many of us had to adapt to a new norm that presented many challenges in our homes, workplaces, and communities at large.

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Envolve USA Holiday Gift Guide
Envolve USA Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for ways to shop small this holiday season and support local businesses and communities? Our community of entrepreneurs can help!

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