Build and Bloom Initiative

Growth and sustainability

Valued at $25,000, this in-kind grant offers a dedicated executive assistant for 12 months. The entire process from strategic planning to scaling is documented by Nomadmin Services.

This business support grant aims to empower emerging and expanding businesses in Oklahoma by offering a year of complimentary administrative assistance. This support encompasses services such as strategic planning, social media management, customer service, and other tasks vital for business growth. The objective is to strengthen the local business ecosystem by providing tailored support to selected enterprises.

In-Kind Grant Guidelines

Eligibility

To qualify for the grant, applicants must:

Business Location: Preferably be physically located and operational within Oklahoma. Priority is given to Oklahoma based businesses.
Business Stage: Be in the startup phase (operational for less than two years) or in a growth phase with plans for expansion.
Business Type: Operate as a for-profit entity in any industry sector.
Size: Have a maximum of 50 full-time employees.
Compliance: Be in good standing with all local, state, and federal regulations or in the process of registering.

Submit Application

First name

Last name

Position

Company name

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

Phone

Link to Website or social media

Elevator Pitch Business Plan

Provide a detailed business plan outlining the company's mission, products or services, target market, and growth strategies.

Statement of Need

Submit a narrative explaining how the administrative assistance will benefit their business and contribute to their growth objectives.

Innovation and Uniqueness:

Please describe the distinctiveness of the business idea or model.

Growth Potential

Please describe the scalability and potential for job creation within the local community.

Community Impact

Please describe the business's potential positive effect on the local economy and community.

Feasibility

Please describe the practicality and sustainability of the business plan.

File upload

Please use this space to provide any documents, videos, or images that help exemplify your company.

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Grant Award

Selected businesses will receive:

Duration: Twelve months of comprehensive administrative support services.
Services Included: Strategic planning, social media management, customer service support, data-driven insights, and other services as outlined on the Nomadic Notary website.
Value: An estimated in-kind value of $25,000 per business.
Winning Business in the cohort: Receives $10,000 cash on completion of the full year program.

Reporting and Accountability

Grant recipients are expected to:

Quarterly Reports: Submit brief reports every three months detailing the impact of the administrative support on their business operations and growth.
Meetings: Participate in quarterly meetings with the Nomadic Notary team to discuss progress, challenges, and additional support needs.
Final Report: At the end of the grant period, provide a comprehensive report summarizing the year's achievements, challenges, and overall impact of the assistance received.

Deadlines

Application Opening Date: March 1, 2025

Application Closing Date: April 11, 2025

Announcement of Recipients: April 18, 2025