The criteria to obtain a grant are as follows:
• A woman-owned Business or Organization. WRT members and their relatives are welcome to apply; they will not, however, receive special consideration.
• Start-up business or a business in existence not more than five years.
• Business Plan must be provided.
• Grant Application detailing use for start-up/operating capital, increased or improved technology, additional or improved equipment, or education.
• Recipient must show support for other women by being involved with other women’s organizations or organizations that benefit women.
• Prior Grantees are ineligible.
• A written report will be required of the Grantee within three months of receipt to verify how the funds were/are being used.
• Should the Grantee not comply with the terms of the grant, WRT has the right to request refund of the specified funds within a reasonable time period