The $10,000 Women’s Grant Closing August 31

FUNDING

6 Small Business Grants You Can Still Apply for This October

Free money is still on the table this fall. Here are six active grants—ranging from $1K to $20K—that women-of-color founders can apply for before the year ends, with direct links and eligibility notes.

By Khila James • 3 min read

FUNDING

💰 5 Grants You Should Apply For Now (October)

Q4 is officially here. If you promised yourself more working capital in 2025 and it didn’t land, October is your reset. These five grants are live or opening this month — with clear eligibility, dates, and fast tips to improve your odds. Apply now and set up your 2026.

By Khila James • 3 min read

FUNDING

New $5K Inventory Grant for New Retailers: Who Qualifies and How to Win

Starting a business is hard enough without the crushing costs of inventory. Many founders have the vision, the location, and even customers waiting — but can’t afford to stock their shelves. Now imagine if someone covered your first order for you. That’s exactly what this new $5,000 grant

By Khila James • 3 min read

SALES

10 Profitable Businesses for 2026

Forget “passive income.” These are the businesses quietly stacking real revenue, backed by data — from digital storefronts to old-school operations that still print cash.

By Khila James • 5 min read

MINDSET

5 Ways to Work Smarter, Not Harder in Your Business

Most founders aren’t lazy — they’re overloaded. Here’s how to reclaim your time and scale smarter.

By Khila James • 3 min read

Does Your Brand Build Trust or Raise Doubt?: The Audit Series, Part 2

Your brand is talking even when you aren’t. In Part 2 of OVIDIA.’s Brand Audit Series, we break down how to evaluate your digital presence, align your visuals with your audience, and design a brand that converts browsers into buyers.

By Khila James • 5 min read

FUNDING

6 Small Business Grants You Can Still Apply for This October

Free money is still on the table this fall. Here are six active grants—ranging from $1K to $20K—that women-of-color founders can apply for before the year ends, with direct links and eligibility notes.

By Khila James • 3 min read

Is Your Product Worth Buying?: The Audit Series - Part 1

Quarter 4 is here — it’s time to get honest about your business. This first part of OVIDIA.’s Brand Audit Series guides you through the hard questions every founder must ask to build a product that actually sells.

By Khila James • 4 min read

FUNDING

💰 5 Grants You Should Apply For Now (October)

Q4 is officially here. If you promised yourself more working capital in 2025 and it didn’t land, October is your reset. These five grants are live or opening this month — with clear eligibility, dates, and fast tips to improve your odds. Apply now and set up your 2026.

By Khila James • 3 min read