We started this fund to support Indigenous entrepreneurs, especially those just beginning their journey. Many great ideas never make it past the dreaming stage because of the barriers to start-up funding.
Every Gift Builds a Future
We believe starting a business can change lives for entrepreneurs, their families, and their communities. This fund offers low-barrier, community-driven support to help cover essentials like product development, materials, and business registration.
For every 100 Giveback Boxes sold, one Indigenous entrepreneur receives a $1,000 grant and mentorship to start or grow their business.
Product
Indigenous Box began in our basement with a $5,000 startup grant and a belief that
small ideas can grow into something powerful. Many Indigenous entrepreneurs
have the vision and drive but lack early funding and support. The Indigenous
Box Startup Fund helps give them a kickstart by providing flexible startup support
and hands-on guidance.
How It Works
- You Buy a Giveback Box — $10 goes into the fund.
- We Track Progress Together — every 100 boxes = 1 grant.
- We Select an Entrepreneur — someone ready to launch or expand.
- We Provide Funding + Mentorship — practical, experienced consultation.
Each start up grant provides early support to help bring new Indigenous businesses to life, from product development, materials, and branding to inventory, tools, marketing, or digital setup. It’s flexible support designed to remove early barriers and help
an idea gain traction.
Each recipient meets with an Indigenous Box business expert for a personalized consultation. Having worked with hundreds of Indigenous suppliers across every stage of business, we understand both the opportunities and the barriers. Our experts bring experience in sales and marketing, operations, finance, supply chain, e-commerce, and digital tools. The same tools that turn small ideas into sustainable businesses.
Impact In Motion
As more boxes are sold, more Indigenous entrepreneurs will launch their businesses. This is just the beginning.
Soon, we’ll share stories of the entrepreneurs you’ve helped fund.
