Support and guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs with financial constraints. Get professional web design and coaching at reduced rates. Apply to our Creative Initiative Roots Grant.
Mission Statement:
At Lamar D’Andre Graphic Design Agency, we are dedicated to making high-quality, professional design accessible to all, regardless of financial constraints.
Through our Creative Roots Initiative Program, we nurture the growth of individuals, small businesses, and non-profits by providing affordable, tailored web design solutions. We believe in the power of creativity to uplift communities, close the digital divide, and empower those with limited resources to achieve their dreams.
Our mission is to deliver impactful, aesthetically compelling designs while fostering a spirit of inclusivity, innovation, and social responsibility.
The Creative Roots Initiative Program is a grant that we offer designed to nurture and support emerging artists and creative professionals by providing them with resources, mentorship, and opportunities to grow. Each month, we hold a raffle or sweepstakes to select one deserving individual from the pool of applicants. The chosen applicant will have access to any of our services at a significantly reduced rate or, in some cases, even for free, depending on the situation.
At our agency, we’re all about giving back and helping less fortunate individuals achieve their business dreams and success. If you or someone you know could benefit from this unique opportunity and our services, please consider applying or submitting their application. We’re eager to support those who are ready to take their creative pursuits to the next level.
To ensure that the Creative Roots Initiative reaches those who need it most, we’ve established specific criteria for eligibility.
Here are the 6 key factors we consider when selecting participants for this empowering program:
1. Income Verification
2. Personal Statment
3. Project or Business Description
4. References or Testimonials
5. Community Impact
6. Clear Vision and Goals
By carefully considering these factors, we aim to select participants who will truly benefit from the Creative Roots Initiative and make a meaningful impact with their projects and businesses.
Selected applicants may be asked to provide proof of income to demonstrate financial need. This helps us ensure that the program supports individuals and businesses who genuinely require assistance.
Documentation such as recent pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements to verify financial constraints may be requested.
For non-profit applicants, a copy of the organization’s budget or financial statements may also be requested in addition to the standard income documents. This is to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the financial situation.
A written statement detailing your story, your organization, or someone you know who might benefit from the program and the financial challenges they face, and how the services will help them. This helps provide context and depth to their application.
We look for individuals who are committed to their personal and professional growth. We would like to know if you demonstrate an eagerness to develop your business or creative skills, which will strengthen your application.
Applicants must provide a comprehensive overview of their project, business, or organization. This helps us understand the nature, purpose, and current status of the initiative.
We are looking for detailed descriptions that include the core activities, mission, target audience, and unique value proposition of the project or business. Applicants should outline their progress to date, including milestones or achievements, and explain how they plan to utilize our web design and coaching services to further their goals.
Clear and detailed information will assist us in assessing the suitability of the initiative for our program.
All applicants are required to submit references from individuals or organizations who can attest to their need for the program and their potential for success.
References should include contact details, the relationship to the applicant, and a statement that provides insight into the applicant’s capabilities and project impact.
Testimonials should highlight the applicant’s strengths, dedication, and the expected benefits of receiving the web design and coaching services.
This information helps us verify the credibility of the applicant and their likelihood of making successful use of the program’s offerings.
Applicants must describe how their project or business will positively affect the community. This includes outlining the potential benefits, such as job creation, social impact, or enhancements to community well-being.
We seek detailed explanations of how the initiative aligns with community needs and contributes to local development. Information on previous community engagement or planned future activities that demonstrate a commitment to making a meaningful difference will be particularly valuable.
This helps us understand the broader implications of supporting the applicant and their initiative.
Applicants need to provide a clear and detailed outline of their project or business goals. This includes both short-term and long-term objectives, as well as a strategic plan for achieving them.
We are interested in understanding the applicant’s vision for their project, including specific milestones and measurable outcomes. Descriptions should include how the web design and coaching services will support these goals and help the applicant overcome any current challenges.
A well-defined vision and set of goals will assist us in evaluating the applicant’s readiness and potential for success with the program’s support.
Explore our most frequently asked questions about the Creative Roots Initiative. Learn how this program works, who it's for, and how we're empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and designers.
The Creative Roots Initiative is an in-house grant program that provides affordable web design and business coaching services to individuals, small businesses, and non-profits facing financial challenges.
Through a monthly selection process, we offer a comprehensive web design package at a significantly reduced cost.
To apply, visit our website and fill out the application form. Share your story, explain why you need the service, and how it will benefit you or your organization. Applications are reviewed monthly, and selected participants are announced through our website, Email, and social media, or in most cases, we will contact you directly through the number you provided.
Winners receive a complete web design package, including website creation, basic SEO, and business coaching, at a significantly low cost. The package is tailored to fit each winner's needs, providing essential tools and guidance to help them succeed.
No, applying is completely free. There is no cost to enter the raffle.
The program is open to individuals, budding small businesses, and non-profits who demonstrate a genuine need for web design services but face financial constraints. Specific eligibility criteria are detailed on the application page of our website.
Winners are selected based on the strength of their application, including their story and demonstrated need. Our team reviews each application carefully and chooses those who will benefit most from the services provided.
Through the Creative Roots Initiative, we collaborate with and mentor aspiring graphic designers and web developers. By giving these talented individuals real-world projects, we're able to provide high-quality services at a lower cost. This helps support both emerging professionals and those in need, making our program accessible while also fostering new talent in the industry.
Each month, we pull from the pool of qualified applicants. Our team then begins a thorough verification process. This includes checking income details, reviewing personal statements, and assessing the scope of the project and business. We also contact references and review testimonials.
Also, we evaluate the community impact and make sure that the applicant has clear visions and goals for their project. Based on this comprehensive review, we select the individual who best meets these criteria.
We hold ONE drawing per month. Winners are contacted directly and featured on our website and/or our social media platforms.