2024 Financial Freedom Grant

$1K Financial Freedom Grant 2024

How would $1,000 support you in achieving your dreams?

At Darcy's Business, we firmly believe that everyone deserves quality access to financial education. To level the playing field, we are excited to introduce the 2024 Financial Freedom Grant. This year marks the third anniversary of our grant program, which aims to empower individuals with $1,000 in grant money to support their journey towards a better life.

We will be awarding one $1,000 grant to an entrepreneur or an aspiring entrepreneur who demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional growth.

ELIGIBILITY

To apply for the 2024 Financial Freedom Grant, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Must have a genuine interest in business and be looking to start a new business or significantly grow an existing one.
There is no age requirement for this grant (if you are 18 years old or younger, parental approval is required).

We are dedicated to fostering opportunities for those who are passionate about making a positive change in their lives and communities. We look forward to supporting your entrepreneurial journey.

HOW TO APPLY

Entry/Submission

Fill out and submit the grant application.

Extra Credit

Extra Credit Bonus #1: Submit a video, 60 seconds or less, telling us how entrepreneurship and this grant will impact your life.
Extra Credit Bonus #2: Share what Darcy's Business video has helped you the most on your entrepreneurial journey.
Extra Credit Bonus #3: Tell us what digital product you've purchased from our shop and how it has supported your business journey.

TIMELINE

Phases

Phase 1: Entry/Submission
September 26, 2024 - October 31, 2024

Phase 2: Review Period
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024

Phase 3: Winner Announced!
December 1, 2024

Applications open on September 26, 2024, at 12:00 AM ET and close on October 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET.

FAQ's, PRIVACY POLICY & OFFICIAL RULES

For frequently asked questions or to see the full list of eligibility criteria, please visit the FAQs, Privacy Policy, and Official Rules.

Please note: Here is a link to YouTube’s Community Guidelines. Grant applicants who do not comply with these guidelines will be disqualified. YouTube is not a sponsor of the 2024 Financial Freedom Grant contest, and applicants must release YouTube from any liability related to the contest.

The grant winner will be announced on December 1, 2024.

About You

Full Name*

First NameLast Name

E-mail*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Your age:*

What is your gender identification?*

MaleFemaleGender non-conformingPrefer not to say

What race(s) do you identify as? Select all that apply*

About Your Business

Do you have an existing business?*

YesNo

If you do have an existing business, what was your path to business ownership (N/A if this question does not apply to you)*

Expand my hobby/side hustle into a businessPurchased my business from someone elseIdea from a pitch competition or acceleratorInherited my family businessN/A

If you have an existing business, what is the name? If you're in the idea phase, what would you like the business name to be.*

What is your business idea?*

How would your business idea help people?*

Financial Need

We'd like to hear about you and/or your entrepreneurial journey. Please answer each question below in 250-300 words max.

Describe your current financial position*

What actions are you taking right now to better your financial situation?*

If you were to win the $1,000 grant, what would you do with the money?*

Extra Credit

Bonus #1: Submit a video, 60 seconds or less, telling us how entrepreneurship and this grant will impact your life.

Bonus #2: What Darcy's Business video has helped you the most on your journey?

Bonus #3: What Darcy's Business digital product have you purchased and how has it supported your business journey?

Official Rules Acknowledgment

Click below to accept the Official Rules*

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