Grant Alert Wednesday-November 12, 2025 · The MILLION DOLLAR Grant Club

Grant Alert Wednesday-November 12, 2025

Subject: Grant Wednesdays – Nov 12, 2025 – New Grants for Non‑Profits and For‑Profit Businesses 🎉

Happy Grant Wednesday! 🎉

Below are this week’s hand‑picked grant opportunities. We’ll be applying for one of these grants tomorrow, Thursday at noon (Eastern), so review the options and get prepared.

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🏛️ Nonprofit Grants | Week of Nov 12 2025

1️⃣ FJ Brotherton Charitable Trust – Education & Preservation

💰 Grant size: varies (two grant cycles per year)
⏰ Deadline: LOI submission: Sept 1–Nov 30, 2025; full application: Dec 31, 2025
👉 Apply here: fjbrothertoncharitabletrust.org
Eligibility Checklist ✅ 501(c)(3) organizations working in arts & culture, community/housing/social services, education, historic preservation, medical programs or scientific research. Primary geographic focus on the northeastern U.S. and eastern seaboard (exceptions considered). Must submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) by Nov 30 before submitting the full application.
Application Tips 💡 Clearly describe how your program aligns with one or more of the Trust’s focus areas. Emphasize the impact on communities in the northeastern U.S. or along the eastern seaboard. Submit your LOI early and include a concise budget and plan for the funds.

2️⃣ Walmart Foundation – Spark Good Local Grants

💰 Grant size: $250–$5,000
⏰ Deadline: Nov 3 – Dec 31, 2025 application window (quarterly reviews)
👉 Apply here: walmart.org/how‑we‑give/program‑guidelines/spark‑good‑local‑grants‑guidelines
Eligibility Checklist ✅ Must be a 501(c)(3) public charity or government entity serving the same community as the local Walmart/Sam’s Club facility. Organization must have a Spark Good account and be verified by Walmart’s third‑party partner, Deed. A maximum of 25 active applications per organization; cannot re‑apply to the same facility in the same fiscal year.
Application Tips 💡 Demonstrate clear alignment with the needs of the local community served by the facility. Highlight how your project will build pride among associates and strengthen customer relationships. Ensure your Spark Good account is verified before submitting.

3️⃣ Pollination Project – Daily Micro‑Grant Program (both nonprofit and for‑profit can apply)

💰 Grant size: $1,000 micro‑grants
⏰ Deadline: Ongoing (rolling) – applications are reviewed daily
👉 Apply here: thepollinationproject.org
Eligibility Checklist ✅ Open to individuals, groups and startup not‑for‑profit organizations worldwide. Projects must serve a charitable community purpose (no personal benefit). Applicants must not have previously received a Pollination Project Daily Grant; project budget must be under $10,000 USD and be able to receive a wire transfer.
Application Tips 💡 Focus on grassroots initiatives promoting justice, sustainability or compassion. Provide a succinct plan detailing the community impact and how the $1,000 will jump‑start the project. Since decisions are made daily, you can apply any time—but early submissions are encouraged.

4️⃣ Awesome Foundation Micro‑Grants

💰 Grant size: $1,000 (no strings attached)
⏰ Deadline: Rolling monthly – each chapter awards one grant per month
👉 Apply here: awesomefoundation.org
Eligibility Checklist ✅ Open to individuals and groups worldwide with “crazy brilliant” ideas for community‑impact projects. No nonprofit status required; projects remain the applicant’s own (the Foundation takes no ownership). Each local chapter pools donations from micro‑trustees and selects one project each month.
Application Tips 💡 Be creative! Projects can be artistic, social, scientific or entrepreneurial but must be awesome. Demonstrate how the $1,000 will make a tangible difference in your community. Apply to the chapter closest to your project’s location.

💼 For‑Profit Business Grants | Week of Nov 12 2025

1️⃣ Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program

💰 Grant size: $10,000 grants to 50 small businesses
⏰ Deadline: Dec 10, 2025 – 11:59 PM PST
👉 Apply here: verizon.com/business/small‑business‑digital‑ready/grant‑opportunity
Eligibility Checklist ✅ For‑profit small business owners based in the U.S., Puerto Rico or US Virgin Islands (nonprofits are not eligible). Must register for Verizon’s free Digital Ready platform and complete two eligible courses or events between July 1 and Dec 10, 2025 to unlock the application. Applicants must be 18+ and may apply for one business only.
Application Tips 💡 Complete the required courses early so you have plenty of time to prepare your grant application. Emphasize how the grant will accelerate your digital transformation and community impact. Provide metrics on how the funds will be used (e.g., upgrading technology, marketing, hiring).

2️⃣ Businessgrants.com LegUP Grant

💰 Grant size: $250-$5,000
⏰ Deadline: Last day of each month at 11:59 PM ET
👉 Apply here: Businessgrants.com/LegUpgrant
Eligibility Checklist
✅ Business must operate in the U.S. or Canada. Open to startups and established businesses across industries (for‑profit only). Applicants must describe how grant funds will help start, grow or expand their business.
Application Tips 💡 Be authentic and clear with how you will use the funds.

3️⃣ ZenBusiness $5K Grant Program

💰 Grant size: $5,000 grants
⏰ Deadline: Applications open through Dec 31, 2025
👉 Apply here: zenbusiness.com
Eligibility Checklist ✅ Must be a current ZenBusiness customer. Business must have been formed within the last 3–6 months. Open to U.S.-based private businesses seeking to create meaningful community impact.
Application Tips 💡 Highlight how your new business is innovating or solving a community need. Show how the $5K will accelerate growth (e.g., equipment, marketing, hiring). Provide a brief overview of your business model and target market.

4️⃣ Freed Fellowship Grant

💰 Grant size: $500 monthly micro‑grants; recipients become eligible for a $2,500 end‑of‑year grant
⏰ Deadline: Last day of each month (rolling)
👉 Apply here: freedfellowship.com
Eligibility Checklist ✅ Applicants must be U.S.-based small business owners. Open to all industries; provides funding plus expert feedback. Must apply by the end of the month to be considered; year‑end grant eligibility requires having won a monthly grant.
Application Tips 💡 Be specific about your business goals and how $500 will be used to achieve them. Emphasize how mentorship and feedback will help you grow. If selected for a monthly grant, continue engaging with the community for a chance at the year‑end award.

We hope these grant opportunities inspire you! Comment when you have applied. We’ll be back next week with more opportunities.

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