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Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Goldman SachsNo deadline listed

Summary

Business owners with 2+ years in operation, $75K+ revenue and 2+ employees can join a free 12-week growth program with advising and mentorship, online or in person. Apply any time for an upcoming cohort.

About this grant

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is a free 12-week growth program designed with Babson College. It gives business owners 100 hours of hands-on learning, one-on-one advice, mentorship and networking, and ends with a custom growth plan. Fully funded by the Goldman Sachs Foundation, it runs in all 50 states through in-person regional cohorts and an online National Cohort, and applicants can apply to a future cohort at any time.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Owner or co-owner of the business

Business in operation for at least two years

Annual revenue of $75,000 or more (in one of the past two fiscal years)

At least two employees, including the owner

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Economic development
  • In kind

Money can be used for

  • Training
  • Technical assistance

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