July 1 2022:

We are happy to announce that applications are open for our third annual nomz grant are now open. This grant will provide a total of $10,000 ($5,000 each) to two Indigenous individuals to pursue their dreams of starting or growing a business.

How it started 

The summer before nomz began, our founder Jana had the opportunity to spend the summer months with the Moose Cree First Nations in Moose Factory, Ontario. This was a transformative time filled with beauty, learning, and growth. 

Slowing down, the connection to the earth and appreciation for simplicity inspired our mission – to help people eat and live better, across Canada and beyond. That’s why we’re passionate about sourcing ingredients in their most whole, natural form – and crafting nourishing snacks that are organic, free from refined sugar, and made with only pure, simple ingredients.

Walking away from her summer, Jana knew that she wanted to create something to give back to the people and places that inspired her during those summer months. As a purpose-driven team – giving back to the community and recognizing those who have inspired and supported us along the way has always been important. 

The nomz grant launched in 2020 – and we are happy to announce that applications are open for our third annual nomz grant are now open!

How to apply

To apply, please fill out the online application form by September 2, 2022. The recipient of the grant will be announced on September 15, 2022. 

If you applied in previous years, you can apply again this year. All applications will be properly vetted through a selection committee with individuals from the Indigenous community, including the previous grant recipients.⁠

 

 

October 1, 2021: Congratulations to Sapling & Flint, the recipient of the second annual nomz grant!

Twin sisters and proud Mohawk mothers, Teyotsihstokwáthe Dakota Brant and Yonenyà:kenht Jesse Brant co-founded Sapling & Flint, a jewellery manufacturing company specializing in conversation pieces that share the story of Turtle Island and share insight to Haudenosaunee culture and history. Started in 2017, they design, make, and sell in their  home community of Six Nations of the Grand River territory. Through their work, they seek to create jobs for community creatives in their home village of Ohswé:ken, raise the profile of Indigenous art, fashion and design, and bring authentic Indigenous designed and made products nationwide.

Thank you to all who applied and shared their stories with us, and thank you to the Indigenous selection committee for their time vetting through these inspiring applications.

July 1 2021: Applications for our second annual nomz grant are now open! This grant provides $5,000 to an Indigenous individual to pursue their dreams in starting or growing a business.

In the summer of 2013, I had the opportunity to spend two months with the Moose Cree First Nations in Moose Factory, Ontario. The community taught me so much and my life changed as a result. I always wanted to give back, and as nomz grows, so will this grant.

The grant is open to both women and men. To apply, send an email with information about you, your business idea, and how you plan to use the funds to hello@nomz.com with the subject line “nomz grant” by September 8th, 2021. If you applied last year, you can apply again this year. All applications will be properly vetted through a selection committee with individuals from the Indigenous community.

Today and beyond, we encourage all Canadians to learn more about the history, heritage and contribution of Indigenous peoples.

Sept 25 2020: We are happy to announce Endaayaan Awejaa as the recipient of the nomz grant! This was a unanimous decision by the Indigenous Selection Committee who evaluated the applications based on their ability to positively impact Canada's Indigenous community.

Endaayaan Awejaa, started by Strong Earth Woman (spirit name) Natasha Lariviere (English name) from Nipissing First Nation, is a non-profit organization started to empower youth with the message that they can go anywhere and do anything their hearts want​,​ and that home is a feeling inside​,​ while providing a safe place to learn, heal and grow into the person they dream to be. They offer community outreach programming through arts and culture, reconciliation, education and harm reduction to help with overall wellness which includes emotional, physical, mental and spiritual wellness.

Thank you to all who applied, and thank you to Cindy, Florence and Allen for all your time vetting through these thoughtful and inspiring applications.

July 1 2020: The summer before nomz started, I had the opportunity to spend two months with the Moose Cree First Nations in Moose Factory, Ontario. It was a transformative moment, filled with beauty, learning, and growth. Since then, I've been back and plan to visit again.

We've always wanted to give back, and this year, we are so happy to announce that nomz will be providing a $5,000 grant for an Indigenous woman to pursue her dreams in starting her own business, or to help grow a budding business, and share the lessons we've learned.

To apply, please send an email with information about you and your business (or business idea) to hello@nomz.com with the subject line "nomz grant" before September 8th, 2020. The recipient of the grant will be announced on September 15th, 2020.