Small Business Resources
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The Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program provides up to $2,000 in grant funding and business development support for creative entrepreneurs. Referral Coordinator deadline January 7, 2026; Applications open January 19 and close February 6, 2026.
Amex Shop Small Grants Program offers $20,000 grants to help small businesses. To qualify, applicants must operate a for-profit, independently owned brick-and-mortar business in the U.S. with 20 or fewer employees and an established storefront in place before 2025. Grant funding can support anything from major upgrades to new revenue opportunities, and all funds must be used during the April–September 2026 spending period. Applications are due January 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Intuit QuickBooks x Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program awards $20,000 grants to U.S. small businesses with owners aged 18 or older that show courage, perseverance, and integrity. Three winners are chosen each quarter and receive both funding and resources to help grow their business. Nominations are open to anyone who wants to recognize a small business hero in their community. The current round is open through February 14, 2026.
Awesome Foundation Grants Awards grants $1,000 to individuals and groups looking to fund various projects each month. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant provides $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.Grants are awarded quarterly, with applications accepted on a rolling basis.
More grant & program information can be found here.
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