Over $2 Million in Grants Awarded: A Decade of Small Business Support in the US
FedEx Corporation has unveiled the commencement of its 12th annual Small Business Grants Program, set to distribute over $230,000 in grants and services to ten small businesses based in the United States. The application window will open at 12pm (noon) ET on March 1, 2024, and conclude at 12pm (noon) ET on April 1, 2024. Following a review period, the ten grant recipients will be disclosed on May 16, 2024. Eligible businesses can submit their applications and familiarize themselves with the program guidelines at fedex.com/smallbusinessgrants.
Aimee DiCicco, Senior Vice President Integrated Marketing and Retail Channel Commercial at FedEx, emphasized the crucial role small businesses play in driving economic success and community engagement. She expressed pride in supporting these endeavors through the grants program since 2012, anticipating the impact of this year's recipients.
The 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant will award one grand prize recipient with $50,000, while nine other recipients will each receive $20,000. Additionally, they will receive a $500 FedEx Office print credit, a $300 voucher from My FedEx Rewards, and access to FedEx Premier Customer Service. All recipients will benefit from a sustainable packaging consultation from the FedEx Packaging Lab, a digital consultation from the FedEx Digital Sales Solutions team, an invitation to attend a Small Business Strategic Insights Forum, and a feature on the FedEx Small Business Center.
Furthermore, up to 100 additional businesses stand a chance to receive a $300 voucher from My FedEx Rewards.
The eligibility criteria for the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grants Program include being a U.S.-based FedEx customer, operating a for-profit small business with 1-99 employees, having been in operation for at least six months selling a product or service, opening a FedEx account before September 1, 2023, and currently utilizing FedEx for shipping. Applicants are required to visit fedex.com/smallbusinessgrants, provide business information (including their FedEx shipping account number), craft a brief business profile, outline how they plan to utilize the grant, share their experience with FedEx, and upload up to four photos showcasing their business or product, including their logo. Additionally, applicants must submit a short video detailing their experience as a small business owner and their relationship with FedEx.
After a period of evaluation, the recipients will be unveiled on May 16, 2024, on this website.
In 2023, the program garnered participation from more than 8,200 individuals from various regions of the United States. Over the course of eleven years, close to 77,000 businesses have submitted applications in the United States exclusively. Throughout this period, a cumulative total exceeding $2 million in cash and prizes has been awarded to over 120 businesses.
Aimee DiCicco, Senior Vice President Integrated Marketing and Retail Channel Commercial at FedEx, emphasized the crucial role small businesses play in driving economic success and community engagement. She expressed pride in supporting these endeavors through the grants program since 2012, anticipating the impact of this year's recipients.
The 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant will award one grand prize recipient with $50,000, while nine other recipients will each receive $20,000. Additionally, they will receive a $500 FedEx Office print credit, a $300 voucher from My FedEx Rewards, and access to FedEx Premier Customer Service. All recipients will benefit from a sustainable packaging consultation from the FedEx Packaging Lab, a digital consultation from the FedEx Digital Sales Solutions team, an invitation to attend a Small Business Strategic Insights Forum, and a feature on the FedEx Small Business Center.
Furthermore, up to 100 additional businesses stand a chance to receive a $300 voucher from My FedEx Rewards.
The eligibility criteria for the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grants Program include being a U.S.-based FedEx customer, operating a for-profit small business with 1-99 employees, having been in operation for at least six months selling a product or service, opening a FedEx account before September 1, 2023, and currently utilizing FedEx for shipping. Applicants are required to visit fedex.com/smallbusinessgrants, provide business information (including their FedEx shipping account number), craft a brief business profile, outline how they plan to utilize the grant, share their experience with FedEx, and upload up to four photos showcasing their business or product, including their logo. Additionally, applicants must submit a short video detailing their experience as a small business owner and their relationship with FedEx.
After a period of evaluation, the recipients will be unveiled on May 16, 2024, on this website.
In 2023, the program garnered participation from more than 8,200 individuals from various regions of the United States. Over the course of eleven years, close to 77,000 businesses have submitted applications in the United States exclusively. Throughout this period, a cumulative total exceeding $2 million in cash and prizes has been awarded to over 120 businesses.
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