Plain-language brief
What this opportunity funds
HIGH FIVE Grant for Moms™ is an international business grant competition. Co-hosted by The Mama Ladder® and Belly Bandit® since 2018, this grant provides economic empowerment for promising mom-owned businesses.
Eligibility at a glance
- Eligible applicants
- High Five Grant for Moms. The High Five Grant for Moms, hosted by The Mama Ladder, provides funding to help mom entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Awards include a $10,000 grand prize, $5,000 for first runner-up, $2,500 for second runner-up, and $1,000 each for five honorable mentions. Eligible applicants must be mothers or expectant mothers who own at least 50% of a for-profit business, have annual revenue between $10,000 and $500,000, and reside in the U.S. or Canada. Applications are open through September 30, 2026.
- Eligible locations
- See official notice
- Eligible activities
- See the official notice for eligible project activities.
- Matching requirement
- Not specified
- Registration
- Verify with the application portal
Application process
- Read the complete official notice and confirm every eligibility rule.
- Complete required registrations early; federal registrations can take time.
- Build the budget, work plan, evidence, and attachments requested by the sponsor.
- Submit through the official portal and retain the confirmation.
Change history
No material changes have been recorded since this opportunity entered the hub.