PNC Bank LGBTQ+ Business Award - Independence Business Alliance

At least one IBA Member business to receive a $5,000 cash award to support its plan for growth!

Greater Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its annual program that directly impacts the local LGBTQ+ business community. Sponsored by PNC Bank, this program provides an annual $5,000 award to an IBA Member-owned business (Business Networker Level Membership or higher) that demonstrates a well-defined plan for growth, including innovation, sustainability, and ongoing contribution to the community.

Award Qualifications

Nominees must be:

An IBA member business (as of submission deadline) in good standing
A registered business headquartered within the IBA’s geographic region (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia counties, Pennsylvania; Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Mercer, or Salem counties New Jersey; or New Castle County, Delaware).
in business before January 1^st, 2024
a privately held company
in compliance with all applicable laws and regulation
a legal resident of the United States
at least 18 years of age.

Selection Process

Applications, along with 2 letters of recommendation and a Mini Plan, must be received by midnight on May 24th, 2024.
Award applications are reviewed by a committee of representatives from the IBA and PNC Bank.
The IBA will release an FAQ sheet to assist in developing the Mini Plans.
Award finalists may be invited for interviews with the selection committee.
The winner is announced and will be presented with a check for $5,000 at
IBA’s Business Leaders Luncheon, June 18th, 2024.