The Kitty Fund Grant 2026 will start receiving applications from March 10, 2026. The grant is for mom entrepreneurs who are founders or business owners. Their business or company must have been in active operations for at least a year and be based in the United States before they can apply. The grant portal is open and currently receiving pre-registration submissions.
About The Kitty Fund Grant 2026
Founders First CDC is a nonprofit organisation that sponsors the Kitty Fund Grant for mom entrepreneurs. The grant was created to honour Catherine “Kitty” Abrams Tadlock Webster and recognises the impact of women who are mothers and are managing their homes, and also leaders in the businesses. With a total grant funding of $20,000 plus the business accelerator support program, women are empowered to become better at what they already do. Up to 20 women will be given a grant of $1000 each to support their businesses.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: $1,000- $20,000
- Maximum award: $20,000
- Project duration supported: one year
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Who Can Apply for The Kitty Fund Grant 2026
- Eligible organisation types:
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- Mom entrepreneurs
- Registration requirements:
- Applicants must be mothers and based in the United States.
- Must be the founder, CEO or business owner.
- The main applicant must have 2 to 100 employees.
- The business must be active, must not exceed an annual income of $5 million and must have been operating for at least one year.
- Geographic eligibility: United States
- Sector or thematic focus:
- Working moms who are also business leaders.
Application Process
- Visit the official grant website to pre-register.
- Complete the application form once the portal opens for full registration.
- Submit before the deadline that will be announced later.
- The grant committee will review all applications, and successful applicants will be notified.
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Required Materials
- Proof of founder or business owner
- Short video pitch
- Completed application form
- Proof of employees
Key Dates
- Application opens: March 10, 2026
- Application deadline: Not disclosed
- Notification timeline: Not disclosed
Selection Notes
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- Highly competitive grant.
- Priority focus areas: Working mothers who also own a business or a company.
- Exclusions:
- Individuals who are not moms or entrepreneurs.
- Women outside the United States.