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March 5, 2024
FedEx Corporation announced its 12th Small Business Grant Program, distributing more than $230,000 in cash and prizes. This initiative underscores FedEx's commitment to the small business sector, which plays a vital role in moving the economy forward.
This initiative will begin on March 1, 2024 and continue until the same time in 2024. April 1, 2024. This program invites applications from small and medium-sized businesses based in the United States. Ten deserving companies have been selected to receive the grant, and the announcement of the winners is scheduled for his 25th. May 16, 2024. Interested parties can apply and learn more about program rules on the FedEx Small Business Grants website.
Amy DiCicco, FedEx's senior vice president of integrated marketing and retail channel commercial, emphasized the program's goal of fostering the contribution of small businesses to their local communities and the broader economy. Since its creation in 2012, the FedEx Small Business Grants program has helped small business owners grow their businesses and realize their entrepreneurial dreams.
The grand prize winner for the 2024 program will receive $50,000, and nine other winners will each receive $20,000. In addition to financial grants, winners will receive a $500 FedEx Office printing credit, a $300 My FedEx Rewards voucher, and access to FedEx Premier Customer Service. In addition, winners will receive consulting on sustainable packaging, consulting on digital sales solutions, an invitation to the Small Business Strategic Insights Forum, and a feature on the FedEx Small Business Center website.
Not only will grant recipients benefit from this program, but up to 100 other businesses will also receive a $300 coupon from My FedEx Rewards, ensuring a broader impact on the small business community.
To qualify for this program, you must be a U.S.-based commercial small business with 1 to 99 employees, have at least 6 months of sales experience selling products or services, and have a FedEx Awarded to US-based FedEx customers who have an account. 2023. Applicants will submit a business profile, grant utilization plan, FedEx experience, up to four business or product photos, and a short video highlighting his journey as a small business owner and his FedEx experience. is needed.
The 2023 edition of the program attracted more than 8,200 participants, reflecting the high interest and competitive nature of the initiative. Over the past 11 years, approximately 77,000 U.S. companies have applied and more than $2 million in cash and prizes have been distributed to more than 120 of his companies. This demonstrates FedEx's continued commitment to supporting the growth of small businesses across the United States.
This year's FedEx Small Business Grants Program presents a unique opportunity for small business owners to secure not only financial support, but also valuable resources to advance their businesses in today's competitive marketplace.
