Moving Mountains Small Business Grant
Moving Mountains is a small business grant for Philadelphia-based businesses, designed to stabilize and strengthen day-to-day business functions. Funding prioritizes core operating needs that unlock capacity, reduce risk, and sustain or grow revenue.
Grant Details
Amount: $10,000
Eligibility:
Small business (less than $250,000 annual revenue)
Minimum 3 years of business operation
Business owned and operated in Philadelphia
Priority given to North Philadelphia Businesses
19121 | 19122 | 19123 | 19125
19130 | 19132 | 19133 | 19140
Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
Business Overview
Business Name
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Business Classification
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LLC
Partnership
C Corporation
S Corporation
Individual/Sole Proprietor
Other
Business Type
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Apparel
Auto
Arts & Culture
Artisan & Crafts
Bar/Tobacco
Beauty/Personal Services (Hair styling, barber, makeup artist)
Childcare/Education
Food/Dining (Restaurant, catering, food truck)
General Retail
Grocery
Healthcare
Mobile/Telecommunications
Party/Events (Managements, venues, rentals)
Professional Services (Consulting, marketing, accounting)
Other
Business Description
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Including the types of goods and services offered.
What year was your business established?
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Minimum 3 years operating required for grant eligibilty.
Business Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Business Website
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Business Social Media
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Contact Name
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First Name
Last Name
Contact Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Mailing Address (if operating an online/remote business)
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
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Business Development & Demographic Information
The information requested in this section is being collected to help us better understand the broader landscape of Philadelphia businesses and to inform future opportunities for support. These questions are for research and learning purposes only and will not affect your eligibility for this funding opportunity.
Do you live in Pennsylvania?
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Yes
No
Do you live in Philadelphia?
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Yes
No
If you live in North Philadelphia, please select your zip code:
19121
19122
19123
19125
19130
19132
19133
What is your race/ethnicity?
Asian
Black/African
Caucasian
LatinX/Hispanic
Native American
Prefer not to answer
Other
How do you self-identify?
Female
Male
Non-Binary
Other
Is your business majority (51%) owned by any of the following:
Woman
Veteran
Person of color
Person with a disability
Person who identifies as LGBTQ+
What are your plans for your business over the next 1-2 years? (Please check all that apply)
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Remain the same
Expand the business
Downsize the business
Expand staff
Downsize staff
Open a new business
Sell the business
Close the business
Please select the resources and opportunities your business has utilized within the past five years:
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Physical improvements to your storefront (ex. Storefront Improvement Program [SIP] grant)
Access to business capital (ex. The Merchant's Fund [TMF])
Business financing & support for underserved communities (ex. Community Develpment Financial Institutions [CDFIs])
Adding security cameras to the business exterior (ex. Business Security Camera Program)
Having a street tree planted in front of the business (ex. TreePhilly)
Membership in local business association or business improvement district (ex. North Broad Renaissance)
Not Applicable
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Project Details
Proposed Project Name
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The proposed project will address the following challenges:
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Professional service procurement (ex. accounting, bookkeeping, marketing)
Working capital gaps (ex. payroll, inventory acquisition, vendor terms)
Compliance/licensing (ex. permits, inspections, fees)
Upgrading manual systems (ex. payroll, inventory management, point of sale, accounting)
Rising fixed costs (ex. rent, insurance, utilities)
Digital access/skills gaps
Other
Project Description
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Provide a detailed project description including, project activities, geographic area or target population or customer base and expected project results.
0/500
Total Project Budget Request
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Max. $10,000
Budget Narrative
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Describe and justify the items listed in the proposed budget. Make connections between how the costs will support your business goals.
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Document Upload
Upload the requested documents to verify business information and to detail project budget.
Project Budget
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Must use provided template (xls, xlsx, csv). Available on SullivanTrust.org
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2025 Tax Return
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To verify annual revenue (.pdf)
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2024 Tax Return
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To verify annual revenue (.pdf).
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Commercial Activity License (City of Philadelphia)
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To verify authorization to do business in Philadelphia (.pdf)
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Federal EIN Confirmation Letter
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To verify federal business tax number (.pdf)
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How did you hear about this grant opportunity?
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Sullivan Trust board member
Sullivan Trust staff member
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