Grant opportunity · Queen Anne's County Economic & Tourism Development (QACETD)

CatalystQ: The Catalyst of Minority Business Excellence in Queen Anne's County

Award amount varies

About this opportunity

CatalystQ is a minority business training accelerator program operated by Queen Anne's County Economic & Tourism Development (QACETD). Launched in 2025, it provides up to ten minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in Queen Anne's County with hands-on coaching, mentoring, and microgrants for strategic growth. Funded through the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund, the program continues with renewed funding each cycle. A business coach works with each participant to develop a business plan, create marketing materials, and build relationships with local banks, accountants, insurance providers, and attorneys. The program addresses key barriers faced by minority entrepreneurs including access to capital, business knowledge, legal and regulatory compliance, and networking. The goal is…

Who may apply

non-profit, for-profit, individual, higher education institution

Deadline

2026-09-04

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