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The Re:Generate Fund closes the Friends & Family capital gap for entrepreneurs of color, enabling them to start and scale their businesses.

The EC’s Solution

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Makes direct capital grants to Twendé graduates

Selected by a committee of Nashville’s minority-business leaders

28 grants awarded

$241K friends and family grants awarded

Providing essential capital for entrepreneurs of color to thrive

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Re:Generate’s Impact: Real stories of growth and success

Joseph Cole
Culture Architecture & Design

GRANT AMOUNT

$10,000

INVESTMENT FOCUS

Purchased a high-performance computer, server, and software to support a major project.

OUTCOME

Completed a six-figure project for Vanderbilt Stadium, grew revenue to $200K+, and built a six-figure business with 10+ staff.

Nielah Burnett
Inner G Juice and Yoga

GRANT AMOUNT

$8,000

INVESTMENT FOCUS

Partnered with a marketing agency to expand the brand’s digital presence.

OUTCOME

Expanded in-studio product offerings (e.g., bottles, packaging) with consistent branding.

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Take a few minutes to listen to the Re:Generate Fund overview. This audio guide explains our goals, the challenges we address, and the lasting impact of your support

Why the Re:Generate Fund Matters for Entrepreneurs of Color

Entrepreneurship is a powerful tool for economic mobility, but systemic barriers have made it harder for entrepreneurs of color to succeed.

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Most entrepreneurs need early-stage funding to initiate their businesses, and a significant portion of them, turn to their friends and family network to raise this initial capital.

The 21x friends and family funding gap is a direct consequence of the 22x wealth gap, both rooted in the nation’s history of racial injustice.

To continue this success, we need large donors who believe in creating a more inclusive economy.

Funding Levels and Opportunities

Anchor Donors
$25k/Year

Extended Family
$10k/3 Year Commitment

Corporate Partnerships

With your help, we can close the Friends & Family capital gap even further and support Nashville’s diverse entrepreneurial community.

Join us in building a stronger, more inclusive business community. Share your contact details to explore partnership opportunities.