Often, when people learn that you are a grant consultant and writer, they ask, “Can you get me a grant?” I don’t know. That depends. Are you looking for grant funding for a business or a nonprofit? While most grant opportunities are for nonprofits (which will be discussed in future posts), some business grant funding options do exist.
One option is through Verizon Digital Ready. After registering your business, you complete at least two of Verizon’s brief business courses, and then you will be able to apply for a $10K grant. The process is easy and the courses are beneficial, covering a wide variety of topics. The application is simple and straightforward. You will be able to complete it on your own without hiring a freelance grant writer. (As of the time of writing, this opportunity closes on December 10, 2025.)
Another option is the $4K Growth Grant through the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE). In order to qualify to apply for the grant, you must be a member of the NASE. An annual membership is $120 and includes a number of benefits, including the ability to apply for the Growth Grant. Applications are reviewed four times a year (April, July, October, and January), so there are several opportunities year-round to apply. You can use the grant funds for any legitimate business expense, except for paying off existing debt. You will need to include a description of what you plan to use the grant funds for, a business plan, a recent tax return or profit/loss statement, and other supporting documents.
Hello Alice could also be a good resource for finding grants for your small business. At the time of writing, two opportunities are listed on their site. One is a free 12-week program from FedEx that provides education, mentorship, and peer support to help you develop your business. (At the time of writing, this opportunity closes on November 21, 2025.) If you are accepted into the free 12-week program, you will have the opportunity to apply for a $10K grant. The other opportunity listed on Hello Alice is a DoorDash Local Business Disaster Relief Fund. This grant is not available for everyone, but it would be a tremendous help if you live in an area that has suffered a natural disaster. Keep checking back for other opportunities.
In Indiana, the Indiana Small Business Development Center offers a number of free tools and resources for all aspects of running a small business. While they do not offer grants, their information will likely be useful in running your business.
Finally, Galaxy of Stars is a resource for helping women and minority small business owners, whether you are experienced or just getting started. Right now, the fee for joining Galaxy Plus is $29.99 per year or $49.99 for a lifetime membership, which provides access to grant opportunities, other funding sources, and a library of other beneficial business resources. Even without joining Galaxy Plus, you can apply for a $2500 grant to help your business. The deadline is November 20, 2025. Once you apply, you will receive an email providing several more grant opportunities.
If you have any further questions or would like Mission Partner Strategies to help you find grant funding or resources for your specific business, call us at 317-436-3963 or email sheri@missionpartnerstrategies.com.
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