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Young Entrepreneurs Grant Program Application Form

The GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute Young Entrepreneurs Grant Program supports emerging founders under age 25 who have already launched a real, revenue-generating business in Florida.

Grant Cycle: May 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026

Application Fee: $15 (non-refundable)

Awards: 5–10 micro-grants ranging from $500 to $2,000

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be under 25 years old as of August 31, 2026

• Must reside in Florida

• Must have an established business with an Instagram Shop, website, or Facebook Shop

• Must have made at least one verifiable sale

• All industries eligible (except influencer-only or content-creator-only pages)

• Applicants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian co-sign the application

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please have the following ready before starting:

• Proof of at least one sale (invoice, receipt, contract, or order confirmation)

• Proof of age

• Product photos and business screenshots

• $15 application fee (Stripe — credit/debit card)