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Start.Pivot.Grow. Grant

  • Grant Amount

    $2.5K
  • Open date

    April 1, 2025
  • Application Deadline

    June 30, 2025
  • Grant Frequency

    Quarterly

About This Grant

Quarter 2 is open!

The Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant is designed to support small business owners facing challenges in accessing capital. The grant provides non-dilutive funding, meaning recipients do not have to give away equity in their businesses. The funding aims to help small, U.S.-based businesses cover essential expenses, invest in growth, and build long-term stability.

Winners also receive a Digital Business Growth planner and the Prep My Loan Planner as bonuses.

How You Can Use the Funds

  • Permitted Uses of Grant Funds Winners can use the funds for a variety of business needs, including: utilities, commercial rent, inventory, professional development, software, marketing, bookkeeping services

Documents Required

  • Accurate contact details (first/last name, email, phone number)
  • Legal company name and full business address (city, state, zip code)
  • EIN/TIN
  • Company website
  • Referral source
  • Detailed description (up to 3,000 characters) of intended grant use and its impact on the business
  • Validation of income (as required for eligibility)

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a for-profit business based in the U.S.
  • In business for at least two years
  • Minimum annual revenue of $50,000 (income validation required)
  • 1–2 employees, including the owner
  • Only one application per business is permitted; multiple or incomplete applications are voided.

More Details. Apply Here.

Microenterprise Collaborative is non-affiliated with this grant.

Grant Application