The Being Intentional Grant

I’m re-starting something close to my heart — a $1,000 grant in memory of my dad, who passed away and whose belief in me changed the course of my life.

My dad wasn’t a CEO or some big-time entrepreneur. But he thought like one and had the heart of one. He believed in figuring things out, in betting on yourself, in doing the work even when no one’s watching. He used to tell me, “If you’ve got an idea and the guts to move on it, you’re already ahead.”

This grant is for someone just like that — someone with hustle, with drive, with vision. Someone who might not have a whole lot, but has enough to get started, if someone just believes in them.

I’m raising $1,000 to give to a new or upcoming entrepreneur — maybe it’s for supplies, a license, a website, or just to breathe a little easier while they chase what they’re building. Whether it's a side hustle, a brand, a business idea scribbled on a napkin — whatever it is, this is a confirmation to keep going. My dad had this way of making me feel like my dreams weren’t just possible, but inevitable if I stayed the course and this grant is here to remind someone else the same.

If you’re able to donate, I’d be incredibly grateful. And if you can’t give, sharing this with others would mean just as much. Every dollar and share is a step toward turning someone’s grind into growth — and keeping my dad’s spirit alive in the process.

Application Link: https://form.typeform.com/to/U9147HaS

Thank you all very much and special thanks to our sponsor David Carment who is running for City Council At-Large for Jersey City! To learn more about David Carmet and his platform please check out his story here and follow him on instagram @dc_for_jc.