Since 2021, we've awarded $15 million in grants to small businesses nationwide.

We’ve partnered with LISC to award small business grants throughout 2026. Stay tuned for more details coming soon!

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Local grants are also currently open for applications in selected markets.

Eligibility for these grants is based on location. Other eligibility requirements apply, please see details page for more information and requirements.

Coming soon!

Verizon Small Business
Digital Ready
$10,000 national grant

Verizon, in partnership with LISC, will award $10,000 grants throughout 2026.
Register now to see what resources are available to help your business.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Jaja Chen

Cha Community

2021 Grant Recipient

"The courses helped me stop wasting time and put things into action."

Mario Jaramillo

The Robot Agency, Inc.

2023 Grant Recipient

"I feel like now I’m more equipped to go on to the next chapter in entrepreneurship.

Nakia Vestal

DollMaker Lashes

2021 Grant Recipient

"With the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program, I was able to learn how to run my business professionally."

Frequently Asked Questions
about our grants

What is the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant?

The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant is part of Verizon's commitment to equip one million small businesses with the tools and resources they need to thrive in today's digital economy, ultimately strengthening their local communities.

In addition to the hundreds of hours of free courses, coaching sessions, and networking opportunities offered through the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program, Verizon, in partnership with LISC will award over $1 million in funding this year.

When does the next grant application open?

There is not currently an open Digital Ready grant, and we have not yet announced any future grant application dates. Please stay tuned for additional grant opportunities.

Is the application available in Spanish?

Yes, the application is available in Spanish. Once you have unlocked the grant application, click on the link to the application. There, you will see the option to complete the application in Spanish. If you are viewing Digital Ready in Spanish, the application will default to Spanish.

Who has received this grant in the past?

Since 2021, we’ve awarded grants to approximately 1,450 unique small businesses. You can explore stories from some of our past grantees on our partner LISC’s site.

What does it mean to be a “finalist” and will there be additional documentation required?

If your business is selected as a finalist, you will be notified via email. Being selected as a finalist does not guarantee that you will receive a grant. As a finalist, additional documentation will be required to screen and verify business information. This may include a background search that LISC will conduct at our expense and submission of additional information including verification information such as date of birth, SSN, TIN/ITIN, EIN, W-9, and appropriate banking information in order to receive funds via ACH if awarded. The background verification does not involve a credit check or credit score pull. LISC will never request copies of personal documentation such as driver’s licenses, passports and/or green cards.

Does anything need to be repaid?

No, these grants do not need to be repaid. However, all taxes associated with the acceptance and/or uses of cash awarded are the sole responsibility of the individual grantee. LISC will issue a Form 1099 for these grants.