Fuel on Fire: Igniting the Next Stage of Black-Owned Businesses

Name: Fuel on Fire: Igniting the Next Stage of Black-Owned Businesses
Start: 2025-10-29T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-29T20:00:00-04:00
Location: ICCF Community Homes

Schedule

Wed Oct 29 2025 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

ICCF Community Homes | Grand Rapids, MI

Fuel on Fire: Igniting the Next Stage of Black-Owned Businesses
How to Apply
Apply here: https://forms.gle/x5VJuETiygUyTo7H6
Deadline: Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET
Fuel on Fire is a live pitch competition designed to empower Black-owned, for-profit businesses in Kent County with capital, expert support, and visibility.
Seven dynamic entrepreneurs will take the stage to pitch their growth plans to a panel of Black business leaders, investors, and industry experts—plus a live audience that helps crown the crowd favorite!
💰 Why it matters:
This isn’t just about winning cash. It’s about fueling growth. Winners receive non-dilutive funding and hands-on professional support to help sharpen their financials, strengthen legal strategies, and unlock the next level of business success.
🏆 Awards:
Grand Award (Judges’ Choice): $5,000 + expert business support
Dollar & a Dream (Crowd Favorite): $1,000 + expert business support
Join us for an inspiring evening of innovation, competition, and community as we celebrate the brilliance and resilience of local Black entrepreneurs.