Launched in honor of Women’s History Month, this annual grant offers a $5,000 marketing package that includes expert strategy consultations and comprehensive promotion across CharlottesvilleFamily’s print, digital, and social media platforms throughout 2025.

Applications are open through April 15, 2025, and eligible applicants must:
* Be a woman-owned and operated business
* Be based in Central Virginia
* Have been in operation for fewer than five years
* Be willing to participate in promotional activities throughout the year

“As a mother and small business owner myself, I know firsthand the challenges and creativity that come with balancing entrepreneurship and family life,” says Jennifer Bryerton, publisher and co-founder of CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine. “This grant is our way of honoring the incredible women in our region who are turning passion into purpose, often with a child on one hip and a laptop in the other.”
Finalists will be featured during Mother’s Day Week, when the community will be invited to vote for the winner online.

How to Apply
Interested MOMpreneurs can apply at:
🔗 charlottesvillefamily.com/charlottesvillefamily-mompreneur-business-grant-2025

About CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine
CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine has been a trusted resource for parents in Central Virginia for over 25 years. Celebrating family life and community connection, the publication highlights expert parenting advice, local events, and family-friendly businesses through both print and digital platforms. Known for its dedication to empowering families, CharlottesvilleFamily continues to champion women and entrepreneurs through innovative programs like the Mompreneur Grant.