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NC IDEA and the North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council Award Total of $300,000 to Six Partners
$50,000 Grants Awarded to Six ECOSYSTEM Grant Recipients Elevating Black Entrepreneurship in North Carolina NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, alongside the leadership of the North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council (NC BEC), announced today that the organization has awarded a total of $300,000 in NC BEC ECOSYSTEM grants to six partners across the state executing on innovative and transformational...
Triangle, Charlotte, Triad dominate latest NC IDEA $10,000 startup grants
DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced Wednesday that the organization has awarded $150,000 to 15 North Carolina startups in its eleventh NC IDEA MICRO grant cycle. Since the inaugural cycle in 2018, NC IDEA MICRO has awarded nearly $1.8 million to 177 young companies across the state.
23 startups advance in competition for latest NC IDEA grants
DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization has selected 23 semi-finalists from across the state in its 36th SEED grant cycle. “Again, we were faced with the difficult challenge of narrowing down a competitive field of demographically and geographically diverse applicants,” said Thom Ruhe, President and CEO of NC IDEA.
During National Black Business Month, NC IDEA Foundation Marks Three-Year Anniversary of NC Black Entrepreneurship Council, Achieving Over $2 Million Grant Milestone Since the Council’s Formation | Financial News | myMotherLode.com
Council's game-changing model is leading a paradigm shift in philanthropy by addressing the systemic inequities of Black America through entrepreneurship As the nation celebrates National Black Business Month in August, NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, is also marking the three-year anniversary of its North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council (NC BEC), which has awarded more than $2 million in grants...
Looking for funding at your startup? NC IDEA offers briefings about grant programs
by NC IDEA — June 27, 2023 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced todaythat the organization will kick off its Fall 2023 Grants Cycle with information sessions throughout the state.
Looking for funding at your startup? NC IDEA offers briefings about grant programs
by NC IDEA — June 23, 2023 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced todaythat the organization will kick off its Fall 2023 Grants Cycle with information sessions throughout the state.
NC IDEA elects new board chair, three new directors
DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization has elected Jerry Edmonds III, Ed.D. as Board Chair, along with the election of three new directors; José Alvarez of Charlotte, Krista Covey of Research Triangle Park and Keith Luedeman of Charlotte.
NC IDEA offers new grants to support entrepreneurship mindset program
DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that grant applications are open to support entrepreneurial mindset courses throughout North Carolina with the NC IDEA MINDSET Grant.
24 startups from coast to mountains are semifinalists for $50,000 NC IDEA grants
DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization has selected 24 semi-finalists from across the state in its 35th SEED grant cycle. “This cycle reflected a competitive field of diverse applicants across geography, industry, and founder demographics,” said Thom Ruhe, President and CEO of NC IDEA.
NC IDEA Ecosystem Summit’s focus: ‘To Be Rather Than to Seem’
NC IDEA Ecosystem Summit’s focus: ‘To Be Rather Than to Seem’ by NC IDEA — November 14, 2022 .
NC IDEA picks 24 semi-finalists from across state for $50,000 grants
by NC IDEA — March 28, 2022 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization has selected 24 semi-finalists from across the state in its 33rd SEED grant cycle.
Celebrating John Austin, Triangle startup ecosystem champion
nc ideatriangle startupsJohn Austin by Thom Ruhe, president and CEO, NC IDEA — February 20, 2022 . Editor’s Note: This column is reprinted, with permission, from an NC IDEA email authored by Thom Ruhe, the president and CEO, and sent this past week in celebration of the retirement of John Austin. One or more “facts” may be embellished, Ruhe notes.
22 startups land $10,000 grants from NC IDEA – here are the winners | WRAL TechWire
nc idealimelightlimelight worthy news by NC IDEA — October 25, 2021 . Editor’s note: LimeLight is a new feature from WRAL TechWire offering another means of publishing noteworthy news. Be sure to check out more LimeLight worthy news at this link.
Entrepreneurs inspire us despite all that divides, says NC IDEA's CEO
by Thom Ruhe, NC IDEA — September 6, 2021 . Editor’s note: Thume Ruhe is chief executive officer of NC IDEA., an economic development organization. DURHAM – I spent last year’s Labor Day weekend considering how we would continue to adapt to life during COVID. The 2020 Spring grant cycle had started “normally” (in person) but we were forced to finish it virtually. In so doing, we figured out how to continue the vital work of helping people start high impact companies.
NC IDEA plans series of kickoff events to seek applicants for startup grants
by NC IDEA — July 8, 2021 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization will kick off its Fall 2021 Grants Cycle with the return of in-person information sessions throughout the state.
NC IDEA, Research Triangle Foundation come together to boost NC's entrepreneurs
nc idearesearch triangle foundationstartup spotlight by Thom Ruhe, NC IDEA — July 5, 2021 . Editor’s note: Thom Ruhe is CEO of the NC IDEA Foundation.TechWire features Thom and NC IDEA as this week’s Startup Spotlight Startup Spotlight is a regular part of WRAL TechWire’s Startup Monday report featuring our Startup Guide, calendars of events, a guide to Triangle meetups and a recap of recent startup/entrepreneurial news.
NC IDEA names new board members, sets largest annual budget
by Thom Ruhe, NC IDEA — June 11, 2021 . DURHAM – June kicks off summer and winds down our fiscal year. Despite marking the halfway point of the calendar year, at NC IDEA it is a time for new beginnings – we change Board Officers, add new Directors, and approve the operating budget for the new year that starts July 1st. The NC IDEA Board of Directors elected a new Board Chair; Peyton Anderson, CEO of Affinergy.
NC IDEA, NC Black Entrepreneurship Council award $140,000 in grants to support 14 groups across state
NC IDEA Foundationlimelightnc black entrepreneurship council by NC IDEA — May 4, 2021 . Editor’s note: LimeLight is a new feature from WRAL TechWire offering another means of publishing noteworthy news. Be sure to check out more LimeLight worthy news at this link.
Wilmington Convention Center bookings pick up
Wilmington Convention Center has seen more events return with more coming down the pipeline for the next fiscal year, facility leaders said recently. The convention center team is ramping up for the start of the new fiscal year, which will take place July 1, said Fredia Brady, general manager of the Wilmington Convention Center, during an advisory committee meeting this week.
NC IDEA picks 25 semifinalists for $50,000 grants – here's complete list | WRAL TechWire
by NC IDEA — March 29, 2021 . Editor’s note: LimeLight is a new feature from WRAL TechWire offering another means of publishing noteworthy news. Be sure to check out more LimeLight worthy news at this link. DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization has selected 25 semi-finalists from across the state in its 31st SEED grant cycle.
NC IDEA offering $5,000 grants through ENGAGE program
by NC IDEA — March 19, 2021 . Editor’s note: LimeLight is a new feature from WRAL TechWire offering another means of publishing noteworthy news. Be sure to check out more LimeLight worthy news at this link. DURHAM – Since its inception, NC IDEA ENGAGE has championed its mission to expand the reach of entrepreneurial communities in North Carolina by offering $5,000 grants to organizations and advocates supporting entrepreneurs.
Thom Ruhe: NC IDEA looks to 2021 as a year to step up entrepreneurial support
by Thom Ruhe, NC IDEA — January 27, 2021 . DURHAM – A week ago our Nation celebrated the inauguration of a new administration. This quadrennial practice is an opportunity for our country to affirm our national values and priorities. From inaugural speakers to the evening’s festivities and performances, many share this day of optimism and reflect hopefully on the future. So naturally, for me, it is a very entrepreneurial moment.
NC IDEA looking for grant applications, sets info sessions
by NC IDEA — January 6, 2021 . Editor’s note: LimeLight, the newest addition to WRAL TechWire’s growing lineup, offers ways for companies and individuals to bring more attention to their efforts.
NC IDEA seeking applicants for new grant program focusing on Black community
by Thom Ruhe, NC IDEA — October 6, 2020 . Editor’s note: Thom Ruhe is CEO of the NC IDEA Foundation. DURHAM – Less than 90 days ago, we announced our ambition to form the North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council, the NC BEC. Since making the announcement, we had a public call for applications, formed the Council of 25 accomplished individuals, established governance protocols and formed various committees.
NC IDEA names 25 leaders from across state to NC Black Entrepreneurship Council
nc ideaBreakingracial equalityNC IDEA Black Entrepreneurship Council by NC IDEA — August 27, 2020 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today the formation of the North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council (NC BEC).
NC IDEA awards $100,000 grant to group focusing on Hispanic business growth
by NC IDEA — August 27, 2020 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced earlier this week that the organization has awarded a $100,000 NC IDEA Ecosystem grant to Prospera, an economic development, nonprofit organization that helps start, sustain and grow Hispanic-owned businesses to achieve community prosperity.
NC IDEA launches NC Back Entrepreneurship Council, seeks members
nc ideaBreakingracial equality by NC IDEA — July 24, 2020 . DURHAM – NC IDEA is seeking applications from individuals to serve on the Foundation’s North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council.
NC IDEA seeking applications for latest rounds of startup grants
by NC IDEA — July 24, 2020 . DURHAM – Whether you have just launched a startup or are looking to grow and scale your company, NC IDEA has resources that can help in the success of your journey when and where you need it most. NC IDEA MICRO awards project-based grants up to $10K to young companies looking to validate and advance their idea. NC IDEA SEED offers $50K grants to early stage companies, often the critical funding they need to scale faster.
Apply Now through March 2nd for NC IDEA MICRO or NC IDEA SEED
Whether you have just launched a startup or are looking to grow and scale your company, NC IDEA has resources that can help in the success of your journey when and where you need it most. Now through March 2nd at 5:00pm EST, early stage, growth-oriented companies can apply for one of two different NC IDEA grants: NC IDEA MICRO awards project-based grants up to $10K to young companies looking to validate and advance their idea.
NC IDEA steps up entrepreneurial training, reaches out to libraries as partners
by Andrea Cook, NC IDEA — October 11, 2019 . DURHAM – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to helping North Carolinians reach their full entrepreneurial potential, announced today that the organization continues to advance the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program (IHEP) through a pilot program with North Carolina’s public libraries; and will be offering its fourth cohort of IHEP Facilitator Training this December 10-12, 2019 on the campus of Catawba Valley Community College in Hickory, NC.
Deadline to apply for NC IDEA micro-grant program nears
DURHAM – Are you (or do you know) an early NC-based startup looking to validate and advance an idea? Could $1K to $10K toward customer discovery, prototype development or marketing activities (and more) make a significant impact in moving the business forward? Beyond the funding, could the startup benefit from mentorship and assistance, as well as access to an expansive network of advisors, partners and investors?
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