Accelerate HER PEI - Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Women business owners (primary focus) - Early-stage entrepreneurs with business ideas or newly launched ventures - Established business owners seeking growth and expansion - Sole proprietors operating in PEI - Small business corporations based in Prince Edward Island - Applicants must demonstrate commitment to participating in the full 12-week program ### 💰 Funding Details - Program Type: Non-repayable grant/business acceleration program - Grant Size: Not specified in program description (appears to be a services-based grant rather than direct cash disbursement) - Cost to Participant: Likely free or low-cost to eligible participants - Matching Requirements: None indicated - Repayability: Non-repayable (grant-based, not a loan) - Note: Funding covers program delivery (mentorship, guidance, support) rather than direct business capital ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This is a services-based program, not direct project funding. Eligible components include: - Business mentorship (one-on-one guidance from experienced advisors) - Market research support and analysis - Business development coaching - Peer networking and support with other entrepreneurs - Strategic planning and growth guidance - Program delivery (virtual or in-person participation) Note: This program does not appear to fund direct business expenses; it provides advisory and training services. ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Program Duration: 12 weeks (fixed timeline) - Delivery Format: Flexible (virtual or in-person options available) - Participation Requirement: Must commit to full program completion - Geographic Requirement: Based in or operating in Prince Edward Island - Timeline: Specific application deadlines not detailed in description - Key Milestone: Program completion certificate upon finishing 12 weeks - Accountability: Participants expected to engage actively with mentors and peer groups throughout duration