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AT&T Small Business Contest (She's Connected by AT&T)

AT&TNo deadline listed$5,000 – $50,000

Summary

Owners of small businesses (99 or fewer employees, 1–5 locations) in the 50 states and DC can enter AT&T's yearly contest. One winner gets a $50,000 grant plus a device, a year of AT&T service and mentorship, and four runners-up get $5,000. The 2026 entry period closed July 31, 2026.

About this grant

AT&T's She's Connected Small Business Contest gives one grand-prize winner a $50,000 grant, a phone or tablet with a year of AT&T Business service, mentorship and a feature episode. Four runners-up each receive a $5,000 micro-grant. Small business owners in the 50 states and DC enter online with two essays during the contest period, and other people can nominate a business. The 2026 contest ran May 1 to July 31, 2026 and is now closed.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Legal resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia

Age of majority or older in your state of residence

Sole or majority owner of a small business located in the 50 states or DC

99 or fewer full- or part-time employees and one to five locations

Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories are excluded

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Economic development
  • In kind

Money can be used for

  • Working capital
  • Equipment
  • Technical assistance

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