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Our Mission

Threadneedle Alley gives $5,000 grants and ongoing mentorship to US-based midlife entrepreneurs who are facing financial challenges. The foundation aims to foster innovation, resilience, and growth for individuals embarking on an entrepreneurial journey later in life.

Entrepreneurs

Sign up for updates about our grant program!

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Help us help others

We welcome donations from individuals, businesses, and other non-profits. All donations are tax-deductible.

Mentorship

Learn more about our amazing team of mentors who partner with our grant winners to offer advice and support.

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Deborah Kerner

Specialty: Public Relations

Debra is uniquely skilled in developing communication strategies and creative media programs with a 360-degree approach.

Featured Mentor

Threadneedle Alley Foundation was established in honor of OG entrepreneur, Sarah Bodge, who was our co-founder Trae's Mom. Here she is in our shop on Threadneedle Alley, in Newburyport, MA in the 70's.

Our Muse

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Impact of women small business owners

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Featured Press Clip

Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert, joins Fox 5 to talk about how women can become successful entrepreneurs. 

This year's grant applications are closed.

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Grants & Guidance for Midlife Entrepreneurs 

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