Our goal is to raise $100,000 for the SEED Grant Fund, a program that has been empowering minority and women-owned businesses in Columbia and Mid-Missouri since its inception by James A. Whitt Sr. in 2018. Since then, the fund has awarded $233,000 in SEED Grants to 88 innovative enterprises, fueling their growth and transforming our community.

This campaign is not just about fundraising, it’s about continuing a legacy of supporting entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers and building a brighter future. Your support will directly help these business owners overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth.

"Minority/Women business enterprises are like plants, nurture them and they will grow and prosper."
— James A. Whitt Sr.

Help us plant the seeds for future success! Donate today and be part of the change!

SEED Grant Fund

Planting the Seeds of Tomorrow. Every Dollar Grows a Dream.

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