Cultivating Abundance
for all Bay Area
Minority Owned Businesses.
The SEED Network is here to support you in every stage of your growth. We have resources to help you scale and a community of entrepreneurs to learn and build with.
One of our flagship programs is the Business Matchmaking Grant. Learn more below.
Seed & Wells Fargo Issues you a grant to fund a project worth up to $4k
- Marketing
- Legal
- Branding
- ECommerce
- Social Media
- Photography
- Public Relations
- Other Services
Any BIPOC-owned business in the network is eligible for a $4K grant. Browse the directory of B2B service providers in our catalog and request a match.
Join the Network
Membership is free! You’ll join a peer group of business owners in the Bay Area
We award grant money to pay for B2B services which will be provided by other members of the SEED Network.
Find the Right B2B Service Provider
Browse our B2B service catalog to find a service provider who is a good fit for your needs. If you are successfully paired then SEED Network will pay for the services, up to $4,000!
You can connect with aaron@kultivatelabs.org to help with an introduction.
Apply to be Matched
You’ll be notified when the window to apply will open (late June). First join the network and then fill out an application (opening soon) once you’ve chosen a B2B provider. We’ll set up a meeting to provide you with a needs assessment. After evaluations, we’ll be awarding grants in August.
How it works
Accelerating an online business
You have created a series of art webinar classes.
You connect with an online marketer whom you hire to increase reach and awareness.
As a result you receive 100 new enrollments this month!
How it works
Creating a legal foundation for growth
You run a small start-up and have received your first round of funding.
You connect with an attorney who creates a well-defined term sheet.
This enables you to raise $1M in funding.
How it works
Developing a brand that captures the imagination
You run a successful cupcake company but are looking for a stronger brand identity.
You partner with a design agency to create a new logo and packaging.
You get noticed and land a distribution deal with a local market chain.
Open to All Minority Owned Businesses in the Bay Area
Case Studies
VICTORY HALL
BARYA KITCHEN
ARKIPELAGO BOOKS
UNCLE TITO
