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IMPACTING & CONTRIBUTING TO THE FUTURE OF

Minority/Women
Business Enterprises

Programs

SEED Grant

Resources

$175K

In SEED Grants Awarded

$250K

SEED Grant Funds Raised

M/WBE's Awarded

A SEED Grant

Join us for our 3rd annual

Fundraiser Events

August 15-16, 2025

Join us for our 3rd annual

Fundraiser Events

August 15-16, 2025

JAMES A. WHITT SR. GOLF TOURNAMENT

Golf For A Cause

Tee off with us at our annual golf tournament and help drive economic opportunity in Mid-Missouri. A day of fun, networking, and meaningful support for M/WBEs across our community.

SEED OF SUCCESS GALA:

GRAND MASQUERADE

An Elegant Evening with Purpose

Join us for a night of celebration, community, and impact at our signature gala event. Enjoy live entertainment, fine dining, and powerful stories as we raise funds to support local minority and women-owned businesses.

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JAMES A. WHITT SR. GOLF TOURNAMENT

Golf For A Cause

Tee off with us at our annual golf tournament and help drive economic opportunity in Mid-Missouri. A day of fun, networking, and meaningful support for M/WBEs across our community.

SEED OF SUCCESS GALA:

GRAND MASQUERADE

An Elegant Evening with Purpose

Get Your Ticket

Empowering Minority & Women-Owned Businesses to Grow, Thrive, and Lead

We empower minority and women-owned businesses in Columbia and Mid-Missouri by providing access to capital, real-world business education, and personalized coaching and mentorship. Through our programs, M/WBEs gain the tools, knowledge, and support needed to grow sustainable businesses, increase revenue, and create long-term economic impact in their communities.

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Empowerment Through Opportunity

Equity and
Inclusion

Sustainable Economic Growth

Building Stronger Businesses, One Vision at a Time

2024 Annual Report

How The SEED Grant Has Transformed M/WBEs Since 2018

The data presented is based on a survey from 16 of our 71 SEED Grant recipients

36%

Average Yearly Revenue Growth

Jobs Created By M/WBE's

Our Programs

Business Training & Workshops

We offer business acumen training and entrepreneurial development workshops for existing and emerging Minority/Women Business Enterprises. Workshops are designed to enhance business practices relating to planning, operations, finance and strategic planning.

Coaching & Mentorship

We offer coaching and mentoring programs to Minority/Women Business Enterprises leaders, equipping them with the skills needed for effective leadership. Our coaches and mentors are proven, seasoned professionals.

SEED Grant Application Training

Our SEED Grant Application training is designed to provide valuable insights on effectively presenting your business when applying for our grant. We offer virtual training sessions and personalized 1-on-1 assistance to ensure you have all the support you need. You’ll learn how to craft a compelling application that showcases the strengths of your business and demonstrates why you deserve to receive a SEED Grant.