14/08/2023
$15k+ grants! This is a great opportunity for Asian restaurant owners! Apply now!
Applications are now open for the AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund. With the industry facing ongoing economic challenges, this funding will allow AAPI restaurateurs to take their business to the next level through development ideas such as infrastructure improvements, e-commerce and technology, employee benefits, and operations streamlining. Ultimately, this will help AAPI entrepreneurs to scale their businesses, secure their futures, and also give back to the life of their neighborhoods by fostering safe and enjoyable places to gather. There will be $15K grants available for AAPI-owned restaurants, along with a grand prize for 3 applicants.
Eligibility requirements include:
- The restaurant must be Asian American/Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian majority-owned (at least 51%);
- Must be based in the United States;
- Must be currently operational;
- Must be a for-profit business;
- Must show proof of their primary licensed activity as “the preparation and serving of food”;
- Operates in a single location;
- Cannot be a franchise;
- Must demonstrate financial need;
- Funds must be used towards growth and expansion of the business;
- Must demonstrate community impact (i.e. culture/community, hiring, charitable/philanthropic efforts, etc.)
- For grand prize finalists, you must be able to attend our Annual Conference in Las Vegas, NV on October 12-13. (Flight vouchers and hotel accommodations will be provided via National ACE)
Apply here: https://www.aapistrong.com/2023-restaurant-fund