ZEN HOUSE MICROGRANT 

A Community Investment for Women Who Care, Create, and Heal

Welcome to the Zen House Microgrant Program — a sacred offering designed to uplift women who are building wellness-centered, community-rooted, and soul-led businesses. As we move deeper into a world that desperately needs compassion, integrity, and culturally grounded care,

 

Zen House is committed to investing in the women who carry these gifts.

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This microgrant is born from the belief that powerful things happen when women receive support at the right moment. Sometimes a little funding opens the door for a new service, a certification, a needed piece of equipment, or simply the confidence to take the next step. Zen House honors the mothers, the healers, the caregivers, the creatives, and the entrepreneurs whose work strengthens families, preserves culture, and restores dignity in our communities.

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This program is our way of saying:
We see you. We believe in you. We support the work you are birthing into the world.

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THE PURPOSE

The Zen House Microgrant exists to support women who are building:

• Wellness businesses
• Caregiving or senior support services
• Holistic or culturally informed health practices
• Art therapy, creative healing, or community enrichment work
• Small home-based service businesses that uplift families
• Spiritual wellness, intuitive coaching, or mind-body practices
• Community-focused ventures serving elders, women, or marginalized groups

This microgrant is for the woman who is creating something meaningful and just needs a small push of financial support to move forward.

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WHO THIS IS FOR

This microgrant is open to:

• Women 18+
• Emerging or early-stage entrepreneurs
• Those offering wellness, caregiving, arts, spiritual, or community services
• U.S. residents (national, not restricted to Arizona)
• Sole proprietors, LLC owners, nonprofit founders, or aspiring business owners

We welcome women of all backgrounds, but we especially uplift women of color, single mothers, caregivers, and those whose businesses are rooted in culture, community, and healing.

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WHAT THE GRANT PROVIDES

Each grant cycle awards:

• One microgrant of $250
Funds may be used for:

• Launching a new service
• Purchasing supplies or equipment
• Paying for certifications or trainings
• Marketing and branding needs
• Website tools or business software
• Community outreach materials
• Any project that supports the growth of your mission

This is unrestricted funding — meaning you choose how to use the grant.

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HOW IT WORKS

To maintain fairness and transparency, the Zen House Microgrant Program operates through a judged merit-based process, NOT random selection.
This protects the program legally and ensures the grant reaches the applicant with the most compelling alignment and vision.

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Your application will be reviewed based on:

• Clarity of mission
• Community impact
• Alignment with wellness/caregiving values
• Feasibility of your plan
• Authenticity of your story
• Demonstrated need

A scoring rubric is used for every application to ensure fairness.

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APPLICATION FEE

There is a $15 nonrefundable application fee.

This fee helps sustain the program and allows Zen House to continue awarding microgrants to the community. It covers:

• Administrative time
• Review panel hours
• Website and platform fees
• Future grant funding

We are transparent about how your fees support the grant you are applying for.

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APPLICATION TIMELINE

Cycle 1: Winter 2026

• Applications Open: January 5, 2026
• Applications Close: February 5, 2026
• Winner Announced: February 15, 2026

(If you want different dates, let me know and I will adjust everything.)

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HOW TO APPLY

1. Complete the Zen House Microgrant Application (button below).

2. Submit your $15 application fee.

3. Answer all questions with honesty and clarity.

4. You will receive a confirmation email once submitted.

→ [Insert Application Button/Form Here]

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WHAT YOU NEED TO PREPARE

Inside the application, you’ll be asked:

• A brief summary of your business or idea
• Why this microgrant is important to your mission
• How you plan to use the funds
• What impact your work makes in your community
• Social media or website links (if applicable)
• Optional photo or logo upload

No formal business plan required — we want this process accessible.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

By applying, you agree that:

• The application fee is nonrefundable.
• Awards are based on a scored, merit-based review process.
• Funding is not guaranteed.
• Zen House reserves the right to adjust the award timeline if needed.
• Grant winners consent to having their business name and photo highlighted on the Zen House website and social platforms.

This program is not a lottery, raffle, giveaway, or game of chance.
Winners are selected based strictly on merit, impact, and alignment with Zen House’s mission.

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PAST WINNERS

This section will be updated after Cycle 1.

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QUESTIONS?

If you have a question about your application or the process, reach out:

admin@zenhousecare.com
 

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CLOSING MESSAGE

Zen House was built on the belief that community care, spiritual integrity, and cultural wellness matter. This microgrant is simply another extension of that work — another way to support women who are transforming lives quietly, faithfully, and often without recognition.

If you feel called to apply, trust that there is a reason you are here.
Your work matters, and we are honored to witness it.