the freed fellowship Small Business Grant: Cash for HSJ Entrepreneurs

• May 14, 2025May 12, 2025
• Business Funding & Grants

Funding Helping San Jacinto & Hemet Grow—No Strings Attached

Looking to take your small business to the next level? The freed fellowship Small Business Grant offers $500 monthly grants to entrepreneurs in Hemet, San Jacinto, and beyond—no equity and no loans required.

Whether you’re launching, expanding, or fine-tuning your business, this grant provides the financial support and resources to help you succeed. Plus, all applicants get personalized feedback and two months of free mentoring. Keep reading to learn how to apply and why it’s worth your time.

About the freed Fellowship Small Business Grant

Running a small business, side hustle, or home-based service? You’re in. This grant is open to U.S. business owners of all kinds—and it’s especially rooting for women, entrepreneurs of color, and anyone who’s ever felt overlooked by the usual funding crowd.

Who It’s For

Any small business owner in the U.S. can apply. That includes brick-and-mortar shops, online businesses, side hustles, freelancers, and home-based services. If you’re actively running a business, you’re eligible.

Freed Fellowship especially encourages applications from women, entrepreneurs of color, and anyone who’s felt left out by traditional funding options.

What It Is

Every month, one lucky small business owner scores a $500 grant—no strings, no pitch decks, no equity taken. Just cash for your business. And that’s not all: monthly winners are automatically in the running for a $2,500 year-end bonus grant.

Even if you don’t win right away, you’ll get personalized feedback using the Freed Fellowship’s 5C Framework:

• Context: How your business fits in the market
• Content: Your core story and message
• Community: Your network, audience, or local crew
• Chemistry: What makes your business stand out
• Commerce: Your revenue game plan

You also get two free months inside Freed Studio, an online space with mentoring and community support.

When Are the Deadlines and Award Dates?

Rolling deadlines! Submit your application by midnight (Eastern Time) on the last day of any month to be considered for that month’s grant. One winner is picked each month and added to the pool for the $2,500 year-end prize.

Where the Business Must Be Located and Where to Apply

Anywhere in the U.S.—this grant is open nationwide. Just apply directly on the Freed Fellowship website.

How to Apply

• Head to the Freed Fellowship application page
• Fill out a short form about your business and what you’d do with the grant
• Pay the $19 application fee
• Submit—and boom, you’ll get expert feedback and access to the Freed Studio even if you don’t win right away

Why It’s Worth Applying

This grant isn’t just a quick cash boost—it’s a full package of support to help you grow smarter and stronger.

• Free Money: $500 now, maybe $2,500 later
• Real Feedback: A smart breakdown of what’s working—and what could work better
• Mentorship: Two months of virtual support and business-building resources
• Visibility: Winners may get featured on the Freed Stories Podcast

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Free Business Funding for U.S. Entrepreneurs—No Strings Attached

Are you building a small business and ready for a financial boost? Whether you’re just starting out, expanding your services, or looking to increase your visibility, the freed fellowship Grant is here to help.

This monthly grant awards $500 in non-repayable funding—no equity, no loans, just pure support to help you grow. Plus, winners are automatically considered for a $2,500 year-end grant.

But it’s more than just money. You’ll also receive personalized business feedback and two months of free mentoring in the Freed Studio, a virtual community of entrepreneurs. Gain valuable insights, mentorship, and a network of support to take your business to the next level.

This isn’t just about funding—it’s about giving you the resources and visibility to make your business thrive.

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Ready to take your business to the next level with the support you deserve?

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