Ayisat Abilogun discusses the entrepreneurial landscape in Austin, Texas, highlighting its vibrant ecosystem, resources for startups, and the challenges posed by the cost of living. The episode also features grant opportunities available for entrepreneurs in the city.

Resources:

The Texas Entrepreneur Ecosystem Summit:

The Texas Entrepreneur Ecosystem Summit is a convening of diverse Texas Ecosystem leaders, including entrepreneurs serving organizations, economic development professionals, and entrepreneurs, to identify and address the current gaps in entrepreneurial growth in our state. Connect with resource partners. Attend impactful workshops, hear from an amazing panel of experts, share your views, and visit exhibition rooms to connect with resource partners. Registration is free.

https://texasecosystem.org/events

Grants:

Austin Community Foundation

$1.1M in Grant Funding Available for Nonprofits in Central Texas | Austin Community Foundation

Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin
Maximum Grant: $10,000
Deadline: December 1, 2025
Guidelines and Application: https://dairyfoundation.org/grant-seekers/

SHARE Institute

Maximum Grant: $500
Deadline: December 1, 2025
Guidelines and Application: http://theshareinstitute.org/mini-grant-information

MasterClass
Maximum Grant: not specified
Deadline: NONE
Guidelines and Application: https://learn.masterclass.com/grants

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