Grants

• Amazon’s 2025 Small Business Grants. Amazon Business is awarding over $250,000 in grants and prizes to support 15 small businesses across the U.S. Eligible applicants must be existing Amazon Business customers with annual revenues of $1 million or less and at least one purchase made through Amazon Business in the 12 months prior to May 1, 2025. One grand prize winner will receive a $25,000 grant, while four finalists will each receive $20,000, and 10 semi-finalists will get $15,000. Additional rewards include Business Prime memberships, Amazon devices, office supplies, and up to $3,000 in reward points. Applications are due by May 23, 2025.

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• Awesome Foundation Grants. Each month, the Awesome Foundationawards grants of $1,000 to individuals and groups looking to fund various projects. The Awesome Foundation is made up of 84 independently run chapters, with members contributing to a microfunding pool that goes towards grant projects. Though funding is not limited to businesses, startups, and small businesses have been among the recipients of the monthly grants. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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• Faire Small Business Grant. The Faire Small Business Grant provides $5,000 grants to select new retail businesses to help them stock their stores and cover their inventory expenses. Grants are awarded as Faire.com credit, which must be used within six months for inventory purchases on the platform. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S.-based and have opened their retail store within the last year or plan to open this year. Applications for this cycle are open through March 31, 2025.

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• The Freed Fellowship Grant. U.S.-based small business owners can apply for a monthly $500 grant from The Freed Fellowship. Applicants are evaluated based on the 5C Framework, which assesses various aspects of applicants’ business. Along with the grant, applicants receive feedback on their business and a two-month free membership in the Freed Studio, a community of ambitious business owners. Grant recipients are also eligible for an end-of-year grant of $2,500.

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• Galaxy x Skip $5k Grant. Galaxy of Stars, in partnership with Skip, is offering a $5,000 grant to support entrepreneurs working to grow their businesses. The grant is open to all entrepreneurs, with a special focus on supporting minority- and women-owned businesses. Funding can be used to help advance business goals, expand operations, or invest in key resources. Applications are due by May 22, 2025.

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• Honeycomb x Sengo Spark Grant. The Honeycomb x Sengo Spark Grantsupports small business owners who are working hard to bring their vision to life, especially those historically excluded from traditional funding. One $3,000 grant is available exclusively to Sengo subscribers, while two additional $1,000 grants are open to all applicants. This grant can be used to cover essential costs like rent, hiring, or launching a new product. Applications close on July 8, 2025.

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• Hustler's Microgrant. The Hustler's MicroGrant offers $1,000 in funding to support passionate entrepreneurs in their small business ventures. Presented by Deja Vu Parker of WBLS and HerSuiteSpot, this grant provides financial assistance and resources to promising small businesses across the United States, helping them grow their operations. Applications are accepted monthly, and eligible small business owners are encouraged to apply.

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• Secretsos™ Small Business Grant. The Secretsos™ Small Business Grantoffers $2,500 to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and accelerate growth. To apply, business owners must be 21 or older and operate in eligible US states, excluding Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, New York, and Rhode Island. Applications are due by March 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., CST, and the selected recipient will have full discretion on how to use the funds to support their business.

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• Skip Instant Grants. Skip offers Instant Grants on a rolling basis, providing funding opportunities with shorter turnaround windows. These grants are announced a couple of days in advance and generally occur twice a month. The current application is due on May 9, 2025, and applicants must participate in Skip’s YouTube livestream during the selection process.

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• Skip $10,000 Memorial Day Grant. Skip is offering $10,000 Memorial Day Grants to support U.S.-based entrepreneurs and small business owners at any stage of their journey. To qualify, applicants must be 18 or older and active members of Skip Plus or a higher membership tier. The grant is open to businesses of all sizes and types, but applications are limited, so early submission is encouraged. Applications are due by May 21, 2025.

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• Small Business Digital Readiness Program. In partnership with Verizon, National ACE has developed a digital readiness program to help small business owners succeed in a digital world. The free online curriculum includes expert coaching, peer networking, and other resources to support your small business. Those who register for the program and take two courses are eligible for a $10,000 grant. This opportunity is rolling and you can learn more at the program's webpage.

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• Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program. Small businesses often feel the effects of a natural disaster the hardest. It can be difficult when starting a business to suddenly have to raise money to repair a roof or attend to flood damage. To help offset some of these concerns and costs, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and FedEx have teamed up to create the Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) Program. The program helps small businesses put plans in place to prepare for disaster and also provides immediate emergency funding when necessary. Businesses are asked to complete a four-step processto be eligible for funding opportunities.

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• Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant. The Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grantprovides $2,500 in non-dilutive funding to small businesses for essential expenses like rent, inventory, or marketing. Open to U.S.-based, for-profit companies with at least two years of operation, eligible applicants must generate $50,000+ annually and have no more than two employees, including the owner. Winners will also receive a digital business growth planner and a Pprep my loan planner to support their development. Grants are awarded quarterly, with applications accepted on a rolling basis.

• ZenBusiness $5K Grant Program. The ZenBusiness $5K Grant Program is offering $5,000 grants to help small business owners fuel growth and innovation. Open to current ZenBusiness customers who formed their business within the last three to six months, the program supports U.S.-based private businesses that create meaningful impact in their communities. Each recipient will also gain access to select ZenBusiness services designed to improve their business operations. Applications are open through December 31, 2025.