Donor: Integrality, The UPS Foundation, The Dallas College Foundation, Wells Fargo

About: The Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant is a $2,500 quarterly grant providing non-dilutive funding for U.S.-based small businesses. Funds from this grant can support essential business expenses like utilities, commercial rent, inventory, professional development, software, marketing, and bookkeeping services. Each grant round aims to help small businesses cover critical expenses, build stability, and promote growth. This program has a rolling application deadline, meaning applications are accepted year-round, with one winner announced quarterly. Winning businesses will also receive additional tools, including the Digital Business Growth Planner and the Prep My Loan Planner. Applications must accurately reflect the business’s need and intended use of funds, with incomplete or duplicate submissions automatically voided.

Focus:

• Utilities
• Commercial rent
• Inventory
• Professional development
• Software
• Marketing
• Bookkeeping

Region: United States

Eligibility:

• In business for at least two years
• Annual revenue of $50,000 or more
• 1-2 employees (including the owner)
• U.S.-based for-profit businesses

Explanation of Terms:

• Non-Dilutive Funding: This is funding that doesn’t require the business to give up equity or ownership; the grant acts as a direct financial boost without altering the business’s ownership structure.
• Rolling Application Deadline: Applications are accepted continuously, and awards are made quarterly, providing businesses with flexibility in applying.