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  • Apply for a Program Grant

  • Thank you for your interest in applying for a Future Cycle Breakers program grant! Our grants provide access to our Business Building Bootcamp program, helping young entrepreneurs and underserved communities gain the knowledge and resources needed for success.

    We offer grants to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to support their participants and to individuals who wish to enroll in our Business Building Bootcamp program at no cost.  Each program grant covers the full $5,000 cost per participant.

    Please complete the application below for consideration.

  • APPLICANT INFORMATION

    • ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION 
    • Organizations receiving program grants to enroll their participants in the Business Building Bootcamp must meet the following criteria:

      Eligibility Requirements
      ✔️ Must be a registered nonprofit organization (501(c)(3) or equivalent) or an accredited school.
      ✔️ Must serve underrepresented or economically disadvantaged youth (ages 13-24).
      ✔️ Must have a designated staff member, teacher, or mentor responsible for overseeing participants’ progress.
      ✔️ Must commit to enrolling a minimum of 5 participants in the program.
      ✔️ Must have the capacity to provide program support (i.e., access to technology for online learning).

      Program Implementation Requirements
      ✔️ Must ensure students complete at least 80% of the program modules within the grant period.
      ✔️ Designated staff member or teacher must complete a certification or training session to facilitate the program.
      ✔️ Must track and submit participant progress at the end of the grant period.
      ✔️ Must provide success stories, testimonials, or case studies showcasing the impact of the program.

      Post-Grant Requirements
      ✔️ Must submit a final impact report within 60 days of program completion.
      ✔️ Must be open to future collaboration with Future Cycle Breakers (e.g., mentorship opportunities, student showcases, or networking events).
      ✔️ Must acknowledge Future Cycle Breakers as a program sponsor in any public-facing materials or social media posts related to the grant.

    • INDIVIDUAL INFORMATION 
    • Individuals receiving a grant to participate in the online Business Building Bootcamp must meet the following criteria:

      Eligibility Requirements
      ✔️ Must demonstrate a strong interest in entrepreneurship.
      ✔️ Must reside in an underserved community or have financial barriers preventing access to entrepreneurial education.
      ✔️ Must submit a short personal statement explaining why they want to join the program.
      ✔️ Must have access to a computer and internet to complete the online program.

      Program Completion Requirements
      ✔️ Must complete at least 100% of the program modules within the grant period.
      ✔️ Must submit a progress update midway through the program.
      ✔️ Must complete a final assessment or pitch presentation at the end of the program.

      Post-Grant Requirements
      ✔️ Must provide a testimonial or success story about their experience.
      ✔️ Must participate in at least one mentorship or networking session with Future Cycle Breakers.
      ✔️ Must be open to sharing their progress through social media or Future Cycle Breakers' promotional materials.

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