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Since 2021, Verizon has awarded $15 million in grants to small business owners nationwide - and they're back. Complete just two free courses or events to unlock your application, then stay in the running all year long.  

• Grant Amount: $10,000  
• How it works: Apply once and remain eligible for the opportunity to be selected for a $10k grant   all year long

Equity-free capital with connection baked in. Designed for women founders building standout consumer brands, this six-figure opportunity goes further than funding. Think mentorship, meaningful relationships, and the kind of visibility that opens new doors.  

• Grant Amount: $30,000  
• Due Date: 4/10/26

If you identify as neurodiverse and lead a startup or small business, this opportunity is for you. Receive up to $19K in resources, including a $4K microgrant from Autism Angels Group to support your growth.  

• Grant Amount: $4,000  
• Due Date: 4/15/26

Big things happen when you have the right resources behind you. Two $10K grants are available for U.S. based founders building what’s next.  

• Grant Amount: $10,000  
• Due Date: 4/17/26

3 early-stage Black founders will receive capital, mentorship, and meaningful connections within this annual program. Rooted in the “Famously You” ethos, this is all about celebrating what makes your   business unique while building long-term success.  

• Grant Amount: $50,000  
• Due Date: 4/23/26

Momentum builds when you keep showing up.One application gives you a shot at 5-figure onthly and larger annual grants.

‍• Grant Amount: $10,000  
• Due Date: 4/30/26  

For the CPG woman founder who puts sustainability at the forefront. Plus, 6 additional grants totaling $15K to support key areas across business tools, insurance, digital marketing, and more.  

• Grant Amount: $5,000  
• Due Date: 4/27/26

Calling all trailblazers! If you’re charting your own path to change the world, this 1 year program offers 6-figures in equity-free funding with intros to a network of the best and brightest.  

• Grant Amount: $100,000  
• Due Date: 4/30/26

Keep your momentum going. Funding for urban and rural founders that want to build profitable businesses to 7-figures and beyond.  

• Grant Amount: $2,500  
• Due Date: 4/30/26

A quarterly grant for founders who bring their vision to life and make real impact in underrepresented communities.

• Grant Amount: $5,000
• Due Date: 4/30/26

Fuel your business forward. No-strings attached funding for the mission-driven women founder who is all about impact.  

• Grant Amount: $10,000  
• Due Date: 4/30/26

Big vision? Get the capital you need to bring it to life with this 30-second application.  

• Grant Amount: $3,500  
• Due Date: 4/30/26

If you’re building with intention and resourcefulness, this grant meets you there. It’s designed to support women of color founders with capital you can actually use right now.

‍• Grant Amount: $1,000  
• Due Date: 4/30/26  

Ready for funding that matches your momentum? Our seasonal grant is for revenue-generating women founders ($100K+ annually, in business 1+ year) who are ready to scale with real resources behind them.  

• Grant Amount: $5,000  
• Due Date: 6/19/26  

Next-level business is yours for the taking. Created for U.S.-based coaches, consultants, and service providers who are serious about sales and ready to take action, with the support and relationships to help you close with confidence.  

• Grant Amount: $5,000  
• Due Date: 6/30/26

Fund your health equity mission. Demonstrate a clear path to bring your project or initiative idea to life for this 5-figure grant.  

• Grant Amount: $1,000  
• Due Date: 8/31/26