Welcome to the AOF Application Page!
How to apply for this program using Submittable:
- You will need to click the apply link below and create a free Submittable account to apply for this program.
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Eligible business owners meet the following criteria:
- Own a US-based small business
- Have been formally operating the business for at least six months (since January 2026)
- Currently produce and sell a shelf-stable, legal, packaged product in an eligible category
- Earned less than $500,000 in 2025 annual revenue
- Have a business bank account
- Be willing to commit to full program participation, which includes attending courses and workshops, participating in coaching sessions, and selling products through SOKONI’s learning laboratory and marketplace for the holiday season