56STRONG
About the Program
56Strong connects women entrepreneurs and business leaders from all of Montana's 56 counties through a one-on-one mentorship program. This is a six-month program designed to:
- Bridge the gap between the urban and rural divide
- Support female entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses
- Increase female businesses across the state of Montana
- Help women gain access to capital
- Support and build resiliency among female professionals
Timeline
- Kick-Off will be held on Zoom on Tuesday, January 21st from 4-5:30
- Closing will be held on Zoom on Tuesday, June 17th from 4-5:30
- Monthly networking and business discussions for the entire group on Tuesdays of each month (not mandatory but recommended) Topics are TBD based on the needs of the participants
- Feb. 25th | 12-1 pm
- March 11th | 4-5 pm
- April 15th | 12-1 pm
- May 20th | 4-5 pm
Price
$400 for mentee participation | Free for mentors
*Scholarships may be available to those demonstrating a need. If you need a scholarship you may apply below. There will be no refunds for participants who quit or can't complete the program. Everyone who applies for the program is expected to be committed to it.
Selection Process
Application
Everyone must apply to participate.
Mentee applications closed December 8, 2024, Mentor applications still being accepted.
Interview
Every applicant (mentee and mentor) is interviewed to gain an understanding of challenges, strengths, and needs. Interviews will be 20 minutes on Zoom and are imperative to the matching process.
Matching
After the interviews are completed there is a matching process to create the partnerships. The matches are formed from the current challenges/needs of the mentees and the strengths/history of the mentors.
Applications for 56Strong are open!
For any questions, please email Prospera at info@prosperamt.org
56Strong Scholarship Request Form
