A $10 Million Commitment
Verizon is committing $10 million to provide grants to small businesses through LISC. As small business owners across the country continue to face uncertainty amid the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, this grant opportunity will support recovery and aid in survival through the pandemic and beyond. Additionally, Verizon is making a multi-year commitment to bring one million small businesses forward by 2030 with resources to help them thrive in the digital economy.
Apply: Grants for Small Businesses funded by Verizon
The application period is now closed. Finalists will be contacted by March 5th. All applicants are encouraged to read our grant information and FAQ.
Grants are for eligible small businesses across the US, particularly in historically underserved communities hit hard by the pandemic. Eligible expenses for the grant include:
- Paying rent and utilities
- Meeting payroll
- Paying outstanding debt to vendors
- Upgrading technology infrastructure
- Other immediate operational costs
Translated Applications & FAQs
NOTE: Please be aware that valid grant applications are only accepted through the links posted on www.lisc.org and that LISC will never request copies of personal documentation such as driver’s licenses, passports and/or green cards. The grant applications are intended to collect basic information about your businesses and it is LISC's recommendation that applicants should not pay a fee for assistance in completing it. Paid professional services will not increase any applicants chances of selection. If you see instances of fraud online or have questions, contact us at smallbusinessgrants@lisc.org.
Watch: The Big Concert for Small Business
To kick off the program and celebrate small businesses, Verizon produced The Big Concert for Small Business, the ultimate after-party for Super Bowl LV that aired on Sunday, February 7th. Hosted by Tiffany Haddish and featuring performances by Alicia Keys, H.E.R., Brittany Howard, Luke Bryan, Brandi Carlile and Jazmine Sullivan.
Donate: Support Small Businesses
Join Verizon in supporting small businesses through their text-to-give campaign! Wireless users on any carrier can text SMALLBIZ to 20222 to make a one-time donation of $10 to LISC. Your generous donation will provide more funding for grants to small businesses to survive and thrive.
Prefer not to give via text? You can also make a one-time donation here.