Economic Justice Fund

About EJF

The Economic Justice Fund (EJF) was initially launched in the summer of 2020 with a commitment to give $600,000 to families in the Newhallville and Dixwell neighborhoods for basic needs. This expanded coverage is targeted for established Black-owned businesses that have been in operation for at least 24 months in New Haven. The goal of the fund is to create a cadre of Black businesses that are economically resilient to withstand economic recessions as well as being wealth and wage generators for their owners, employees, and the community at large.

Become a Business Consultant for Grantees

In addition to financial capital, the fund will provide CTNext sponsored technical assistance of up to $15,000 in the form of identified consultants in areas such as marketing, financial/accounting, new product development, legal, web design, and communications and public relations.

If you'd like to be a vendor or provide business consulting services to the companies selected to receive funding through the EJF, apply below.

We're looking for content experts who can support a network of Black-owned businesses through their various growth stages. Applicants will be accepted on a rolling business, Service providers selected will be added to a statewide business directory. All businesses welcomed to apply, Black-owned businesses highly-preferred.

Economic Justice Fund

Support for Black-Owned Businesses Through Grants Up to $10,000

About EJF

Small Business Funding

EJF Business: Threads by tea

Become a Business Consultant for Grantees

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