Ladies Who Golf Launches the Founders Fund

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with a quarterly grant! In alignment with its mission to foster confidence, connection, and leadership through the game of golf, Ladies Who Golf proudly announces the launch of the Founders Fund: a $1,000 microgrant designed to support entrepreneurial women within our Atlanta membership community.

Inspired by pioneering efforts like Tory Burch’s $1B commitment to advancing women entrepreneurs, the Founders Fund is a strategic initiative aimed at bridging the gap between aspiration and activation. This grant offers meaningful capital at a critical stage: empowering early-stage founders, innovators, side-hustlers, and creatives as they build ventures that drive impact in business, their communities, and their own lives.

“We understand that access, even to micro-capital, can unlock momentum. The Founders Fund is not just financial support; it’s a declaration of our belief in the power of women’s ideas, ambition, and purpose,” says Lashonda Miles, Co-Founder of Ladies Who Golf.

About the Founders Fund—

The Founders Fund awards $1,000 microgrants each to eligible members who demonstrates vision, initiative, and a strong commitment to growth. The program is led by our selection committee, who are passionate about creating pathways for women entrepreneurs to thrive alongside

Eligibility Overview—

  • Active Membership: Applicants must be current, Atlanta dues-paying members of Ladies Who Golf in good standing for a consecutive 6-month period minimum.

  • Founder Status: Open to early-stage entrepreneurs, side-hustlers, or creatives with ventures under three years in operation.

  • Funding History: Applicants must not have secured institutional or venture capital funding.

  • Venture Stage: Pre-seed or seed-stage ventures are encouraged.

Application Components—

Applicants will be asked to submit:

  • Venture Overview (max 300 words)

  • Use of Funds (max 200 words)

  • Founder Story (max 250 words)

  • Impact Potential (economic equity, community empowerment, or cultural enrichment)

  • Commitment to Growth (self-development efforts and goals)

Each submission will be reviewed by a dedicated panel, and recipients will be announced quarterly. Past grant winners are not eligible to reapply for new grants.