FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab
This grant is provided by Accion Opportunity Fund & FedEx
Grant Amount
E-Commerce Learning Lab and 5KApplication Deadline
July 1, 2024
About This Grant
The FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab provides hands-on learning for women entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of color who want to sell online and scale their e-commerce businesses.
FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab Components
START SELLING ONLINE
Powered by nonprofit partner Accion Opportunity Fund and e-commerce consultancy 37 Oaks, this five-month program provides:
- Immersive e-commerce courses and workshops
- Coaching from industry experts
- Networking with fellow entrepreneurs
- Online sales support and order fulfillment through the 2024 holiday season
- A $5,000 business grant to support e-commerce growth plans
How You Can Use the Funds
- Participants who are selected for the beginners’ cohort program will receive a $5,000 small business grant upon completion of the program to put toward an e-commerce growth plan that they will develop during the program.
Documents Required
- Grants will be disbursed upon completion of the courses.
Eligibility Requirements
- Own at least 51% of a US-based small business that is in an eligible industry.
- Have been formally operating the business for at least six months [ since January 2024]
- Currently produce and sell a shelf- stable, legal, packaged product
- Have earned less than $500,000 in the business in 2023