By Women Who Influence | The Influence
Funding watch · Verified October 29, 2026
Women and minority entrepreneurs looking for a short, no-fee grant application had an opportunity in the October round. Hidden Star’s Galaxy of Stars advertised a $2,500 Galaxy Grant, with an October 31, 2026 deadline.
Closed round: The $2,500 Galaxy Grant round covered here closed October 31, 2026. Check the official provider for any new round and its terms.
The key details
- Award: $2,500 for the current grant round.
- Who it serves: women and minority business owners; the provider welcomes aspiring, new and experienced entrepreneurs.
- Deadline: October 31, 2026. The page does not specify a cutoff time, so submit early and confirm the terms.
- Cost: the grant application is advertised as free. The submission language includes creating a free account.
- Results: the provider says winners will be announced the following week.
Before you submit
Our perspective: a short application still deserves a careful read. Review the official grant terms, confirm that the current round fits your circumstances, and keep the confirmation after submission. Paid services elsewhere on a provider’s website should not be confused with a required fee for a free grant entry.
This is a competitive opportunity, not guaranteed funding. WWI is sharing the provider’s announcement and does not select recipients. The linked page may change after the deadline; the amount and date above describe the round checked for this article.
Official application and terms: Review and apply for the Galaxy Grant. Check all eligibility and submission conditions directly with the provider.
