Blended Pledge
Creating opportunities for all voices to be heard on industry stages
Blended Pledge removes financial barriers by providing grants to cover travel and event costs, empowering individuals to share their ideas and inspire change.
Since the beginning, we’ve helped amplify inclusive voices on industry stages, sparking collaboration, sharing expertise, and driving innovation.
The challenge: breaking barriers to industry stages
Too many talented voices are unable to share their ideas and insights at key industry events — either on stage or in the audience — due to financial barriers. Travel, lodging, and registration costs prevent participation, holding back innovation and meaningful discussion.
When voices are left out, industries miss out. A lack of diverse representation limits the exchange of ideas, stifling innovation and collaboration. Access to opportunities for sharing knowledge shouldn’t be determined by financial barriers.
The solution: grants that spark change
Blended Pledge ensures talented individuals can focus on their message — not the costs. Our grants cover travel and event costs, so people can focus on sharing their expertise and making meaningful connections at industry events.
89% of people turn down speaking opportunities if travel expenses aren’t covered
Blended Pledge eliminates this barrier by providing grants for travel, event tickets, and promotional costs — ensuring no one has to say ‘no’ to a chance to make their voice heard.
How it works
Our grant program empowers underrepresented voices to:
- Speak at conferences and events
- Attend conferences to gain valuable skills
- Showcase diverse businesses through digital media exposure
Step 1. Apply — Fill out an application form online.
Step 2. Get approved — Grants cover travel, event tickets, and promotional materials.
Step 3. Share your voice — Attend, speak, and network at key industry events.
Grant recipients have connected with leaders, gained new skills, and inspired industries through their participation in key events.
How Blended got started
Blended Pledge is the non-profit arm of the Blended Podcast. The Blended Podcast is where transformative conversations spark real change.
Imagine the raw honesty of a Red Table Talk, but with a laser focus on the critical conversations around inclusion in the workplace.
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