Welcome to the hustle stories...

We celebrate the inspiring journeys of women entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers, uplifting their communities, and paving the way for a brighter future.

These stories showcase their resilience, creativity, and the remarkable impact they’ve achieved with the support of the hustle grant.

Explore their journeys and find your inspiration!

Estate Planning & Community Education

 Clarity, Not Confusion: Jessica Hooper’s Story at Hooper Heritage Law 

Discover how an attorney who has seen families scramble after a loss is using her Hustle Grant to host an estate planning seminar, so more people can protect their loved ones before it matters most.

Read Jessica's Story Here

Curvy-Fit Workwear & Women's Health

Fit That Flatters, Performance That Lasts: Dr. Vanessa's Story

Discover how a physician of 26 years traded the exam room for the design table, building Valmasi to give curvy women in healthcare scrubs that finally fit — and finally feel like them.

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Natural Skincare & Wellness

From Eczema Relief to Entrepreneur: Tiana Mc Millan's Story


Discover how a nurse's search for natural eczema relief for her son grew into Beauty Forr Ashes, a handcrafted skincare line built without paid ads — just results and word of mouth.

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Maternal Health & Midwifery Care

From Nurse to Midwife to Owner: Leslie's Story at In His Hands

Discover how Leslie traded hospital shifts for a freestanding birth center, helping women trust their bodies through pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

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Mental Health & Empowerment

Empowering BIPOC Communities: Lenise Mazyck’s Mission

Learn how Lenise Mazyck founded Roots to Results Counseling to create safe, culturally informed spaces for BIPOC communities. Her journey is one of resilience, empowerment, and healing.

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Sustainability & Community Impact

From Hive to Harlem: Theresa Crichlow’s Sweet Success

Discover how Theresa Crichlow turned her passion for bees into BeeFavored, a Harlem-based business that’s redefining sustainability, empowering the community, and spreading sweetness through urban beekeeping.

Read Theresa’s Story