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Foundation Grant · Vault #502

PenFed Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur Program (VEP)

Veteran-serving nonprofits Veteran-Owned Business Grant — Nationwide. Funder shown in full — our AI staff finds it, writes the proposal, and files it for you.

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Funder Type
Foundation
Funder
PenFed Foundation
Vault ID
#502
Geographic Focus
Nationwide
Award
Varies
Eligible Applicants
Veteran-specific
Important Dates
Deadline: Rolling
Grant description

Free two-track program (Incubator for idea-stage; Accelerator for early-stage) for Veteran and military spouse business owners. The Accelerator covers travel, hotel, and meals; both tracks provide expert mentorship, investor access, and capital connections at no cost to participants. Applications reviewed on a rolling monthly basis. Since 2018, the program has supported more than 120 Veteran and military-spouse founders nationwide.

Eligibility

Veteran or military spouse who is the majority owner of an established business; no equity taken.

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