IFWOC is a platform dedicated to advancing diverse entrepreneurs through access to capital, coaching, and lucrative connections specifically needed for founders of color to launch and grow profitable, successful businesses.
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Membership to IFWOC provides you with the following benefits:
Your network is your net worth! You will be the first to be invited to events in key markets where IFW has boots on the ground.
Dedicated webinars exclusive to the IFWOC Universe; focused on the topics that help Women of Color thrive personally and professionally.
Accepted members will have access to a private Slack community - a safe space to discuss business challenges and collaborate with peers and coaches toward solutions.
Gain exposure and grow your audience through IFWOC as we share the story of you and your business.
As the founding partner of IFWOC, Caress invested $2,285,000 to fund, support, and elevate Women of Color founders since 2020. This year, Caress is continuing their commitment to diverse entrepreneurs by awarding $5,000 grants plus a seat in the award-winning IFW Method Crowdfunding Accelerator to 12 deserving applicants.
Applications are now closed.
It started with love for all pets—and a belief that business could be fair. Donate to our crowdfunding campaign and keep the dream alive.
Invest in land acquisition & critical equipment to open our in-house printing studio & tattoo after-care lab.
Rescue cars. Empower lives. Drive the future.
Swipe and swap. Exchange looks with ease while reducing textile waste.
Help us open LA’s coziest café where every coffee comes with a meow. Sip, relax, and support cat adoptions. #CoffeeAndMeow
Built with intention. Reborn in fire. Designed with grace.
Empowering Everyone Through Mindful, In-Person Yoga Classes and Online Classes
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Hidden Gems Archery (HGA), founded by Level 3 Certified Archery Coach Natasha Green, is revolutionizing access to archery for youth and adults in urban areas, especially in New York City. By setting up mobile archery ranges in schools, community centers, and outdoor venues, HGA caters to groups ranging from 10 to 100 people. Their mission is to diversify the sport, focusing on increasing participation among people of color, women, urban residents, and the differently-abled in competitive archery.
HGA's primary focus is on enriching the experiences of students and other members of the school community in NYC's public and private schools. However, their outreach & programmatic offer extends to community block parties and corporate events, making archery accessible to a broader audience. Natasha's personal experience growing up in The Bronx drives her passion for bringing archery to those who might not have easy access to it. Through HGA, Natasha and her team are not only teaching archery but are also opening up new opportunities and experiences, with the goal of ensuring every urban student can participate in this unique Olympic sport.
Carol Chan is a business coach and brand consultant dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs build strategic and dreamy businesses on their own terms. She founded My Dearest Co, a coaching and consulting studio, where she brings her unique blend of marketing and coaching skills to help guide her clients to achieve their business goals. She developed the Inside-Out Brand Framework to help service-based entrepreneurs build a differentiated brand rooted in their unique essence that nobody can duplicate or imitate. At the core of her work, Carol wants to show the world that business doesn’t have to feel so serious or cookie-cutter. It can be soul-nourishing, creative, intentional, and full of ease.
Welcome to LB'z Special Helperz combined with Tha LB Spot, your ultimate convenience duo. We're more than just a multi-service provider; we're the community's backbone in simplifying life. Whether you're hosting a gala, craving a gourmet meal, or in need of day-to-day assistance, our bespoke catering and varied personal services cater to every aspect of your busy life. Our signature lies in customization—every service is tailored immaculately to your preferences, schedule, and dietary needs. We bring the luxury of time and taste to your doorstep, with commitment that shines through every detail. At Tha LB Spot, we don't just meet expectations; we redefine them. Experience the exceptional—let Tha LB Spot be your spotlight in service and savor.
ElleLiveAction is an Empowerment Company in Lahaina, on Maui, in the Hawaiian Islands. We offer online & in-person trainings which provide empowering strategies to emerging women leaders, so they can be their own hero.
This business was created to provide a safe and brave space for women and girl to learn Empowerment Self-Defense which offers holistic skills in Violence Prevention, to learn how to navigate violence when it is happening, & heal from violence after the unspeakable has occurred.
Empowerment goes beyond physical safety. It is understanding that YOU have a VOICE and that voice has POWER — It’s about knowing that in any fight; physical, psychological, or emotional, YOU are Worth Fighting For!
IFWOC is for entrepreneurs who are serious about launching, growing, or pivoting their business, and want the expert guidance and the collaborative community that only IFW can bring. If this speaks to you, then what are you waiting for?
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