Roots & Rise Grant Program
Read the information below carefully before beginning your application.
About This Programme
The Daisy Initiative Roots & Rise Grant Program is a funding initiative designed to help small businesses and nonprofit organisations across the United States grow, stabilise, and create meaningful community impact.
Through this programme, the Daisy Initiative awards a fixed grant of $10,000 USD to selected applicants who demonstrate clear need and a compelling vision for how the funds will be used.
Grants are non-repayable and may be applied toward operational costs, equipment, staffing, programming, or community outreach as described in your submitted proposal.
Who Can Apply
Documents You Will Need
Prepare the following documents before you begin. All files must be PDF, JPG, or PNG format and no larger than 5 MB each.
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Government-Issued Photo ID Driver's license, US passport, or state-issued ID card
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Bank Statement (Last 3 Months) Business or organisational bank account statements showing recent activity
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Project Proposal or Business Plan A document describing how you intend to use the $10,000 grant
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Proof of Business Registration Articles of Incorporation, LLC certificate, or equivalent state filing
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EIN Confirmation Letter (IRS CP-575) Employer Identification Number letter issued by the IRS
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IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter If your organisation holds federal tax-exempt status
Important Notes
- Each applicant may submit one application only. Submissions from duplicate email addresses will be automatically rejected.
- Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Ensure all required fields and documents are provided before submitting.
- Grant funds are non-repayable. Recipients may be asked to submit a brief impact report approximately 6 months after disbursement.
- All information submitted is reviewed confidentially by the Daisy Initiative grants panel.
- The Daisy Initiative reserves the right to request additional documentation during the review process.
- This programme is open to United States-based businesses and organisations only.
Terms & Conditions
1. Eligibility
The Daisy Initiative Roots & Rise Grant Program is open to individuals, small businesses, and nonprofit organisations operating within the United States. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Formal business registration is not required; however, all applicants must provide a valid government-issued photo ID.
2. Grant Amount
Each selected applicant will receive a fixed, non-negotiable award of $10,000 USD. The Daisy Initiative does not offer partial grants or awards in amounts other than $10,000 under this programme.
3. Use of Funds
Grant funds must be used for the purposes described in the applicant's submitted project proposal or business plan. Acceptable uses include but are not limited to: operational expenses, staffing, equipment purchases, programme delivery costs, marketing, and community outreach. Personal use of grant funds is strictly prohibited.
4. Application Integrity
Applicants must provide accurate, truthful information in their applications. Any submission found to contain false, misleading, or fraudulent information will be disqualified immediately and may be reported to relevant authorities. The Daisy Initiative reserves the right to verify any information submitted.
5. One Application Per Applicant
Each individual or organisation may submit only one application per grant cycle. Multiple applications from the same email address, individual, or organisation will be rejected. The Daisy Initiative uses email address as the primary identifier for duplicate prevention.
6. Document Submission
All documents submitted must be genuine, current, and unaltered. Submission of fraudulent or manipulated documents will result in immediate disqualification and may constitute grounds for legal action under applicable federal and state laws.
7. Review Process
Applications are reviewed by the Daisy Initiative grants panel. The review process is confidential. Applicants may be contacted for additional information or clarification. The Daisy Initiative's decisions regarding grant awards are final and not subject to appeal.
8. Notification
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via the email address provided in their submission. The Daisy Initiative is not responsible for missed communications due to incorrect email addresses or spam filters.
9. Privacy
Personal information collected through this application will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating grant applications and administering the Roots & Rise Grant Program. Information will not be sold or shared with third parties except as required by law.
10. Disbursement
Awarded funds will be disbursed via the payment method agreed upon during the post-award process. Failure to respond to award notification within 30 days may result in forfeiture of the grant.
11. Reporting
Grant recipients may be required to submit a brief impact report approximately 6 months after receiving funds. Failure to submit a requested report may affect eligibility for future Daisy Initiative programmes.
12. Limitation of Liability
The Daisy Initiative makes no warranties regarding the availability, continuity, or outcome of this grant programme and reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the programme at any time with reasonable notice.
Your Details
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Documents & Submit
Review your details, upload required documents, and submit your application.
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All files must be PDF, JPG, or PNG format and no larger than 5 MB each.
Application Submitted
Thank you for applying to the Daisy Initiative Roots & Rise Grant Program. Your application has been received and will be reviewed by our grants panel.
- Our grants panel will review your application. This process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks.
- You may be contacted at the email address you provided if we need additional information.
- You will receive a final decision by email. Please save your reference number for your records.
- Check your spam or junk folder if you do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.