Hidden Star (Galaxy of Stars) is a U.S.-based nonprofit micrograntmaker focused on rapidly deploying small-business cash awards and business services to women- and minority-owned enterprises. They run recurring Galaxy Grants cycles — including seasonal/holiday-themed rounds — that prioritize fast, simple applications and also occasionally award a larger $25,000 Grant for Growth paired with business-support services. The funder emphasizes practical growth support (cash, mentorship, and essential services) for early-stage and scaling small businesses nationwide.
Offers frequent, cycle-based microgrants across multiple yearly rounds (grant sizes typically $1,000–$3,500, with an occasional $25,000 growth award). Applications are usually open for a short window per cycle, are advertised broadly, and emphasize fast decisions; mixes one-off awards and program-specific larger grants plus non-monetary services and mentorship.
Target applications to cycles explicitly open to women- and minority-owned small businesses; apply early in each short application window (many cycles list clear end dates and rapid follow-up). Expect a very short, fast application; indicate clear, immediate use of funds and any need for business services/mentorship. Watch the website and holiday announcements for special themed rounds and the occasional larger $25,000 Grant for Growth opportunity.
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Current and upcoming funding from Hidden Star that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Open to anyone with a business or business idea; positioned as supporting women and minority entrepreneurs but open to all stages of business.
Deadline: Multiple opportunities; April 2026 post says two separate grant opportunities available that month. No standing deadline stated.
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