Fueling the Next Generation of Multicultural Entrepreneurs
BGV Foundation connects under-resourced founders to funding, mentorship, and community.
We believe every founder deserves a fair shot — regardless of zip code, background, or bank account.
Built for founders who are building.
Three tracks, one mission: get you funded and supported.
Pitch Competitions
Take the stage and compete for funding in front of real investors and community champions.
Apply Now →Accelerator Cohort
An intensive 12-week program with mentorship, workshops, and a path to capital.
Apply Now →Grants Program
Direct grant funding for early-stage founders who need runway to grow.
Apply Now →BGV Foundation Annual Conference
Join hundreds of multicultural founders, funders, and community leaders for BGV Foundation's flagship annual event.
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Stories that fuel the movement.
“BGV Foundation gave me the funding and the community I needed to turn my idea into a real business.”
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Straight from the community.
How to pitch investors when you're the only one in the room
Practical strategies from founders who've been there.
5 grants open right now for BIPOC-owned businesses
A curated list of funding opportunities with upcoming deadlines.
BGV Spring Conference Recap — what you missed
Highlights from our biggest event of the year.