Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant 2026: deadline, amount and how to apply

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, with support from FedEx

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US residents owning at least 51% of a for-profit business with 3–20 employees, including owners and contractors, and less than $5 million annual revenue. Owners must be honorably discharged veterans, current National Guard or Reserve members, or military spouses. The business must be in an economically vulnerable community or demonstrate hardship outside the owner's control. Industry and franchise exclusions apply.

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Four businesses receive $10,000 each and one receives $25,000. Selection considers community leadership, local economic contributions and business success. Apply through Hiring Our Heroes and provide ownership, military-service and business verification if selected.

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Expected awards
5
Type
Grant

Checked against the funder’s site Oct 25, 7:13 PM CT

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