ELLA Ascend Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Women entrepreneurs (primary focus) - Business owners at scaling stage - Established businesses ready to accelerate growth - Canadian-based businesses preferred (verify regional eligibility) - Applicants must demonstrate active business operations ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable funding/accelerator program support - Program Duration: 4 months - Funding Amount: Not specified in program description (contact program directly for financial details) - Matching Requirements: None indicated - Repayability: Grant-based (non-repayable) - Cost to Participant: May include program fees (verify with administrator) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Accelerator program participation fees - One-on-one mentorship and coaching (included) - Peer network access and community engagement - Tailored business resources and tools - Knowledge transfer and training materials - Business scaling strategy development Note: Program focuses on advisory/mentorship rather than direct capital for operations or equipment ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Program Duration: 4-month commitment required - Participant Expectations: Active engagement in mentorship and community activities - Milestone-Based: Completion of accelerator phases - Cohort Model: Participation within structured peer cohort - Application Process: Likely competitive selection (confirm with provider) - Reporting: May require progress updates throughout program - Timeline: Enroll in designated cohort start dates