We received more than 30 applications for the grant for women-owned small businesses. The videos we received ranged from beauty companies to healthcare companies to party planning companies and more. The videos were compelling, funny at times and told interesting stories about the business and owner(s).
The $2,500 grant was awarded to Busy Bees Learning Center, which is a business owned by Takeerah Jones. The company promotes STEM learning programs to children in the Montclair, NJ area. The grant will be used to buy learning kits for the different STEM activities offered by Busy Bees. The video was compelling because the learning center includes programs for children with disabilities.
The $500 grant was awarded to Budo Kin Kai (BKK) Karate Center located in East Orange, NJ. This studio is owned and operated by Karrin Pitt. Her video was very well done and showcased the students at various events and competitions. The grant will be used to offset the cost of team BKK uniforms and offer scholarships to families. We are proud to support such an exciting opportunity and wish Team BKK success in its competitions!
Mix & Mingle Night
Photo Gallery of Events
Nikkia Barnes, ExoticDesires Beauty Salon
My partner Dina with Nikkia Barnes and Keila Diaz, owner of CakeLani desserts at a networking event
Mother's Day Shopping event with vendors at the Social Profit Center in NJ
Cymande with her decadent desserts, owner of Cynful Bliss
John Harmon, President of AACCNJ and our summer interns at our networking event 2023
Johnny Mathis and Alan Hanson at the kick-off event for the Entrepreneurial Training Program