We are thrilled to partner with The Monarch & Co. to sponsor two(2) women living with
Parkinson’s Disease for the Pretty Dope Women in Momentum Grant, offering access to the
Monarch Momentum 1 Year Business Container!
✨ This grant is for women with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease who are ready to build fulfilling, flexible careers and lives. It includes:
✔️ A one-year membership to Monarch Momentum
✔️ Access to an exclusive monthly PD women’s support group hosted by Caitlin Nagy.
✔️ A one-year breathwork program with Ashlee Livingstone, Our Forte
For many of us, being diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s means we still have a long road ahead—and a chance to build fulfilling lives and careers. Yet, even today, women often face unequal access to resources, coaching, and support in entrepreneurship. Many dream of creating new opportunities but may lack the time, motivation, or funds to invest in business coaching and supportive communities. This grant aims to close that gap by providing the guidance, community, and resources women need to turn their dreams into reality.
Whether you’re running a business or ready to share your creativity with the world—through writing, art, or other ventures—this grant is designed to help you maximize efficiency, create passive income, connect to a supportive community, and find more time to do things that spark joy as you grow.
"I am wildly creative at heart,
and I find a real zest for life when I have an exciting creative project in front of me, along with an awesome community to bounce ideas off of and motivate me. I love that this program can be as intense or relaxed as I need, and it’s flexible enough to work around the curve balls that PD can throw at me."
As a women diagnosed with YOPD at 31, I know firsthand the importance of a flexible career. After the first four years of symptoms starting I was pushing myself three hours a day to a stressful corporate job and overcompensating and working extra hours to hide my diagnosis, I felt trapped and exhausted.
By chance, an opportunity came my way to freelance remotely, for a small creative agency. If I could help grow their business, it would mean more work and $ for me. I took the leap and realized that entrepreneurship could provide the freedom to create multiple income streams, set my own hours, and focus on what worked for my health allowing me a little more wiggle room when unpredictable health issues arose.
The best part was that the effort I put in directly impacted my success, unlike the countless overtime hours in corporate life where I was rewarded with performance reviews and small bonuses. With entrepreneurship, I could achieve goals, be rewarded by my own success.
Living with a disease like this can really change your perspective on life and what matters. I still have a long life to live and a family to support. I want the work that I do to mean something to me. I want to make an impact and a difference in the world. And most importantly I want live a life that I enjoy.
By leaning into my creativity, I’ve found that entrepreneurship not only gave me more control but also supported my brain health and well-being. It gave me the confidence to move past my disease and connect with a community of loving, supportive women who genuinely care about my success. This heart-centered group of female entrepreneurs encourages and uplifts each other, regardless of age, experience, or physical limitations.
What is it like inside Monarch Momentum?
As a member of the Monarch community since 2022, I can say firsthand that it’s a place where women truly support each other. You don’t have to worry about jealousy or judgment. We uplift and celebrate each other’s failures and successes, working together to grow and thrive. Because within every failure is a valuable lesson to grow further. The program gives us access to weekly accountability, mastermind sessions, and masterclasses, all while fostering a genuine sense of belonging and empowerment.
Applications for the grant are now closed for the 2025 cohort.
Interested in enrolling in Monarch Momentum without the grant? You can sign up directly here.
FAQs About the Pretty Dope Business Grant for Monarch Momentum
1. Who is eligible to apply for the grant?
Women living with Parkinsons Disease who are looking to build or grow a business and desire more flexibility in their career.
2. How do I apply for the grant?
Fill out the application form here. We’ll ask for details about your business idea and how this program could benefit you.
3. What’s included in the Monarch Momentum program?
You’ll gain access to weekly accountability sprints, mastermind sessions, expert masterclasses, and the Monarch Business Academy (MBA), providing the tools and support to grow your business.
4. When is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply is December, 2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible since spaces are limited.
5. How will recipients be selected?
Recipients will be chosen based on their passion & desire to create a flexible career, and how well they express their goals in the application.
6. Do I need to have an established business to apply?
No, you can be in the early stages of starting your business or looking to pivot or grow an existing business.
7. What happens if I don’t receive the grant?
If you aren’t selected for the grant, you can still enroll in the Monarch Momentum program by applying directly here. We will also keep you on the waitlist for future grant opportunities, as we are actively seeking additional sponsors. We’ll notify you when more grant funding becomes available.
8. How will I know if I’ve been selected?
We will notify all applicants via email. Be sure to provide the correct contact information when you apply!
9. What happens after I’m selected?
If you’re selected, we’ll guide you through the onboarding process to start the program and get you on the path to entrepreneurship.
10. What is the Bonus Breathwork Program?
The bonus breathwork program is a one-year membership with Ashlee Livingstone, a certified Pause Breathwork Trauma-Informed Facilitator. This program includes three guided breathwork sessions per week, designed to help you manage stress, improve mental clarity, and foster a deeper connection with yourself.
Breathwork is a powerful practice that uses intentional breathing techniques to calm the mind, regulate the nervous system, and enhance overall well-being. For women with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease, it can be especially helpful in managing the physical and emotional challenges of the condition.
By participating in this program, you’ll gain tools to bring more ease and balance into your life, while being part of a supportive community that encourages your personal growth. Whether you’re new to breathwork or have tried it before, this program is designed to meet you where you are and support your unique journey.