Afghan Entrepreneurship Grants


  • Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant (Round 12): Apply Now

    Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant (Round 12): Apply Now

    Deadline: June 21, 2026 The Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant supports eligible Afghan entrepreneurs in St. Louis who arrived in the U.S. after August 2021 and are starting or growing small businesses. Applicants must have a valid business license or LLC, EIN, and financial statement. Eligibility: Application Requirements:


  • $20,000 Grant Opportunity for Afghan Nationals in the U.S.!

    $20,000 Grant Opportunity for Afghan Nationals in the U.S.!

    Are you an Afghan living in the United States with a dream to start or grow your own business? This is your chance! A $20,000 entrepreneurship grant is available in St. Louis to support Afghan entrepreneurs ready to turn their ideas into reality. ✅ Who is eligible?Afghanistan nationals currently living in the U.S., and if…


  • Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant Application Round 11

    Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant Application Round 11

    Deadline: April 15, 2026 The Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant supports eligible Afghan entrepreneurs in St. Louis who arrived in the U.S. after August 2021 and are starting or growing small businesses. Applicants must have a valid business license or LLC, EIN, and financial statement. Eligibility: Application Requirements: Use this QR code to open the application.


  • From Idea to Reality, Afghan Entrepreneurs Shine in St. Louis

    From Idea to Reality, Afghan Entrepreneurs Shine in St. Louis

    The Afghan Entrepreneurship Grant, administered by the International Institute of St. Louis, is a transformative program designed to empower Afghan immigrants in the St. Louis area to pursue their business ambitions. The grant provides financial support, mentorship, and resources to Afghan entrepreneurs who are eager to establish or expand businesses, allowing them to transform their…


  • Zyvara & Co.: Weaving Afghan Heritage into Modern Life

    Zyvara & Co.: Weaving Afghan Heritage into Modern Life

    In a quiet corner of St. Louis, something beautiful is taking shape, a small but powerful movement to keep Afghan culture alive through the art of jewelry. Zyvara & Co., founded by Sodaba Barnayar, is more than a brand; it’s a bridge between heritage and modern expression. The idea was born from a simple question:…