The Mami Collective celebrating anniversary with podcast event, grant for mom's business in Chicago

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Monday, September 8, 2025
The Mami Collective celebrating anniversary with podcast event

CHICAGO (WLS) -- "Mommin'" ain't easy, but it can be inspiring.

The Mami Collective is celebrating its first anniversary with a live podcast event and a $2,500 grant for one mom's business on Sept. 25 in Chicago.

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The powerhouse behind it all, Paulina Roe, joined ABC7 Chicago Monday to talk more about it.

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She has made it her mission to lift up moms across Chicago.

The Mami Collective has grown a lot in just its first year. Roe talked about what's next for the organization.

The Mami Collective Grant is open to U.S.-based mothers who have been running a business, side hustle or project for at least 12 months, the organization said. Applications and eligibility details are available at https://themamicollective.com/grant.

Visit Eventbrite.com for tickets to the event later this month.

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