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The Enthuse Foundation

#NewToNext

Community. Education. Capital.

A non-profit dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs to grow from new to next.

Who We Are

As women entrepreneurs, we’ve experienced the challenges of owning, operating, and growing a business. While capital is at the forefront of every conversation, isolation, access to information and resources, and a lack of mentorship are all very real.

Our community is a safe space where women can share their experiences and be inspired by those who have faced similar challenges.

 

The Enthuse Foundation was created to support women entrepreneurs on their journey. Whether you’re launching a new business or looking forward to the next phase of growth, we’re here to help.

Meet Our Co-Founders

Kim Lawton, Co-Founder

Kristy Snyder, Co-Founder

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Community, Mentorship & Events

Network, tap into our expertise, and be inspired

Education & Resources

Helpful tools to grow and manage your business

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Grant Program

Take a look at past recipients of our no-strings-attached financial awards for women entrepreneurs.

 

Check out our 2024 winners.

WHY ENTHUSE FOUNDATION?

Our Impact

6K

Community
 

A community of 6K+ unique individuals championing women entrepreneurs around the world​

200+

Education

200+ hours of original educational content including articles, events, and videos

$200K+

Capital ​

More than $200K+ invested directly in women-owned businesses

OUR PREMIER EVENT

The Annual

Enthuse Foundation

Pitch Competition

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Each November, we host a pitch competition where women in food, beverage, and CPG compete for thousands in cash and prizes. Learn more about our 2023 winners.

INITIATIVE

The Marketplace

The Enthuse Foundation Marketplace is the discovery destination for products from women founders.

Bringing together women-owned brands from around the country, it’s our mission to celebrate women entrepreneurs and highlight their products in the Marketplace.

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WOMEN FOUNDERS

Hear from Our Community

“The Enthuse Foundation brings to women founders a sense of community.” 

—Nancey Harris, Co-Founder, Vontélle

“It was nice to have something cohesive that told our story.”

—Cecilia Panichelli, Founder, Cocina 54 Empanadas

“To be connected to those that can help, that is immeasurable.”

—Chi Nguyen, Founder, Purpose Tea