Opens when funded
Payroll
Short-term support for wages and staff costs, helping owners protect steady teams.
Raising until Dec 21 · opens the day it’s funded
Raised$0
Goal$1,000
Raising for Q4 · 20260% funded
Six programs
Assistance Programs
Five focused funds support specific operating needs. A sixth flexible fund lets FirstSeed allocate dollars where the moment is most urgent.
Each program must first reach its designated funding goal. Once a program is fully funded, applications open that day. Contributions are accepted at any time, regardless of whether a program is currently open or closed for applications.
Opens when funded
Equipment
Capital for tools, repairs, technology, and equipment that unlocks new capacity.
Raising until Dec 21 · opens the day it’s funded
Raised$0
Goal$1,000
Raising for Q4 · 20260% funded
Opens when funded
Rent
Support for commercial space costs so local businesses can keep their place.
Raising until Dec 21 · opens the day it’s funded
Raised$0
Goal$1,000
Raising for Q4 · 20260% funded
Opens when funded
Emergency
A quick-response safety net for the unexpected moments that threaten stability.
Raising until Dec 21 · opens the day it’s funded
Raised$0
Goal$1,000
Raising for Q4 · 20260% funded
Opens when funded
Tax assistance
Guided funding for business tax obligations, filings, and confidence-building support.
Raising until Dec 21 · opens the day it’s funded
Raised$0
Goal$1,000
Raising for Q4 · 20260% funded
Opens when funded
General Business Support
Flexible assistance for marketing, technology, professional services, growth expenses, and other approved operating needs.
Raising until Dec 21 · opens the day it’s funded
Raised$10
Goal$1,000
Raising for Q4 · 20261% funded