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Our Mission

To empower single mothers by equipping them with the skills, resources, and support needed to become successful entrepreneurs. Our mission is to create an environment where single mothers can thrive by providing tailored training programs, access to resources, mentorship, and flexible services that accommodate their unique needs.

We are proud to share that SoloMama LaunchPad™ is a recipient of a Youth and Family Innovations Scale Grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Thank you to OTF and the Government of Ontario for believing in single mother entrepreneurs. Every solo mama who comes through our program is building something for her family and her community.

We Understand How It Is To Be A SoloMama Seeking Funding And Support To Turn Your Dreams Into Reality!

We Understand How It Is To Be A Solo Mama Seeking Funding And Support To Turn Your Dreams Into Reality!

Many entrepreneurial single mothers face significant challenges in securing the funding and support needed to grow their ventures!

Many Entrepreneurs single moms struggle to secure funding and support for their ventures!

Many entrepreneurial single moms face significant challenges in securing the funding and support needed to grow their ventures!

Many Entrepreneurs single moms struggle to secure funding and support for their ventures!

With SoloMama LaunchPad™, you can achieve your business goals with less hassles.

We empower SoloMama’s to break through barriers, take charge of their futures, and transform their business dreams into thriving realities.

By providing access to tools, funding opportunities, education, and an uplifting community, we’re igniting a movement of resilient, confident women leading successful ventures.

Our Mamas Are Making It Happen

Real results from real single mothers building real businesses.

In less than six months, our participants have gone from business ideas to business plans, from self-doubt to self-confidence, and from dreaming alone to building together. Single mothers in our program are registering businesses, making their first sales, securing grant funding, and launching pilot programs in their communities. This is what happens when you combine the right support with unstoppable determination.

Impact Numbers

17 Single Mothers Enrolled

10 Business Plans Completed

7 Businesses Registered

5 Generating Revenue

$3,000 Micro-Grant Secured

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1 Summer Pilot Program Launching

6 Expert Facilitators Guiding the Journey

"Through this program, I gained knowledge, practical tools, and most importantly, confidence in myself as an entrepreneur and leader."

"I feel proud of the progress I've made so far. I've been able to move from ideas into more structured planning, especially around defining my programs, target audience, and overall vision."

"I can see now why I failed at my other business ventures because I didn't think about the big picture. I just tried to make them work with no real understanding of how to make them work or what direction to take."

"Single moms don't necessarily have support in place and this program shows us what we are capable of with the right support."

"I feel the development and progress of my business while gaining funding

Finally, start seeing success in your entrepreneurial journey...

Instead of struggling with funding and support, your business can thrive with SoloMama LaunchPad™. SoloMama LaunchPad™ exists to inspire action, spark change, and open doors for Solo Mamas.
We are here to help you:

Access Funding Opportunities

Connect them with funding opportunities that fuel their ambitions.

Get Tailored Mentorship

Equip women with practical tools to kickstart their entrepreneurial journeys.

Receive Business Growth Resources

Deliver education and mentorship that empower them to overcome challenges.

Enjoy a Support Community

Build a supportive network where victories are shared, challenges are conquered, and dreams come alive.

Empowering Entrepreneurial Single Mothers

We understand the challenges of navigating funding for your business. We see the exhaustion and stress that come with balancing entrepreneurship and childcare. We know how frustrating it feels when your dreams and plans seem just out of reach due to financial obstacles.

The truth is, common misconceptions about funding and support may be holding you back from achieving your full potential.

It’s important to recognize that the solution is beyond:

It’s NOT just about securing funding; it’s about having a holistic support system that empowers you at every step. Our unique approach combines tailored mentorship, comprehensive business planning, and access to funding resources, ensuring you not only find the money but also learn how to manage and grow your business effectively.

We envision a world where SoloMamas are celebrated as innovators and leaders, building businesses that uplift their families and inspire their communities. Together, we’re creating a brighter, more positive future where every Solo Mama has the opportunity to thrive.

You are not alone!

69% of single-mom entrepreneurs aspire to own a small, mid-size, or corporate business, compared to 52% for owners without children.

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51% of single-mom entrepreneurs started their business in the last three years, indicating a recent surge in entrepreneurial activity among this group.

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Indigenous women constitute approximately 23.2% of Indigenous business owners in Canada, a proportion higher than that of non-Indigenous women business owners, who represent 19.5% of their respective group.

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As of 2021, there were over 1.8 million single-parent families in Canada, 80% of which were led by single mothers.

Single mothers have demonstrated remarkable resilience and ambition in the entrepreneurial landscape, often leveraging mentorship and support networks to build successful businesses.

Single mothers have demonstrated remarkable resilience and ambition in the entrepreneurial landscape, often leveraging mentorship and support networks to build successful businesses.

Here are some notable examples:

Image credits: Refinery 29

Babba Rivera

Babba Rivera, founder and CEO of “Ceremonia,” launched her sustainably focused hair care brand during the pandemic while pregnant with her first child. Since then, she has raised $10 million in a Series A funding round and expanded her product line, with Ceremonia becoming the first Latina-owned hair care brand carried at Sephora.

(Source: Create + Cultivate)

Image credits: ashleygainer.com

Ashley Gainer

Ashley Gainer is a freelance writer and editor who built a successful freelancing business as a single mother. She shares her experiences and strategies for balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship on her website, providing insights and guidance for other single mothers pursuing similar paths.

(ashleygainer.com)

Image credits: Credit: Jam Press/@paigeebrookes via the Sun

Paige Brookes

Paige Brookes, a UK-based entrepreneur, overcame significant personal challenges to establish a six-figure business by the age of 23. After starting an online venture named “Behind The Trend,” selling personalized baby memory boxes, she expanded into accessories and event planning with her company “Pinky Promises,” alongside an online consultancy business. Paige shares her journey and business insights on TikTok to motivate young women to pursue their dreams.