Every startup’s journey is littered with obstacles, and perhaps one of the most daunting is securing that all-important funding.

Startups and the need for funding go hand in hand, like two inseparable companions. Among the various funding options available, grants stand out because they rarely come with strings attached.

An elevator pitch is a familiar concept, often associated with the quick sell of an idea in the time it takes an elevator to reach its destination.

Although available year-round and non-refundable, grant funding is not simply given to startups without purpose.

If you're a founder wondering, "How do I navigate this maze and emerge successfully?" — you're in the right place.

Imagine you're shopping for shoes. You wouldn't buy every attractive pair you see, right? You'd look for the one that fits, matches your style, and feels comfortable.

In our previous blog post, we discussed grant reporting and how a grant report's integrity and thoroughness significantly impact the relationship between a grantor and a grantee.

At its core, a grant report is a structured document that offers insights into the progression of a project, delineating expenditures, achieved objectives, and the resultant impact.

Only a small fraction of grant proposals submitted actually receive funding. Faced with such steep competition, it's essential to leverage every advantage possible. Unlike other writing endeavors, crafting a grant proposal is a distinct challenge. 

The recent splash of $5,000,000 by Bill and Melinda Gates on 50 AI-related projects—with four Nigerian founders emerging as victors—is emblematic of a paradigm shift.

Ever felt like grant funding applications come with their own secret language? For many startups and entrepreneurs, wading through the maze of grant jargon can be as challenging as designing the next big product.

Ifeoluwa, the force behind Soupah Kitchen in Ibadan, showcased the power of grant utilization when she emerged as one of the winners of the 2021 YouthADAPT Solutions Challenge.