Women Dem Foundation

Entrepreneurship grant

Beyond My Field Grant

Women 18 and over

For women building a business in a male-dominated industry: construction, technology, transport, maritime, energy, fishing, landscaping, and the like.

Who can apply

  • Woman aged 18 or older
  • Business operating, or actively registering, in a male-dominated industry
  • Two professional references
  • Commitment to the Foundation's twelve-month mentorship programme

What to prepare

You can save your progress and finish later.

  • Business plan (2-3 pages)
  • Professional reference #1
  • Professional reference #2
  • A commitment to the Foundation's mentorship programme

Universal standards (every grant)

  • Are you a Bahamian citizen or permanent resident with valid government-issued identification?
  • Can you confirm you have no immediate-family relationship to any member of the Board of Directors or the Grants Evaluation Committee?
  • Do you consent to due diligence (verification of identity, enrolment, business status, and references) before any funds are disbursed?
  • Do you accept the accountability terms: one award per cycle, funds used only for the stated purpose, receipts retained, and a progress report six months after the award?
  • Do you declare that the information you provide is true and accurate? False or misleading statements result in disqualification.