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Corporate Grant · Vault #433

Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant Program

A verified veteran-owned business grant open to veteran-serving nonprofits in nationwide markets. Verified by our AI staff — here's the grant, and we'll help you apply.

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Veteran-Owned BusinessVeterans Closed
Funder
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation / Hiring Our Heroes (FedEx Founders Fund)
Funder type
Corporate
Vault ID
#433
Geographic focus
Nationwide
Award
$10K–$25K
Eligible applicants
Veteran-specific
Important dates
Closed
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Grant Description

Annual grant program awarding five veteran- or military-spouse-owned small businesses one-time grants of $10,000 (four winners) or $25,000 (one winner) to support business growth. The 2026 cycle closed December 15, 2025; the 2027 cycle is expected to open in fall 2026.

Eligibility

For-profit small business at least 51% owned by a veteran or military spouse, with 3–20 employees, annual revenue under $5 million, located in the contiguous U.S., Alaska, or Hawaii.

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