The Freed Fellowship awards a $500 grant every month to a micro or small business owner, and each monthly winner is considered for a $2,500 year-end grant. Applications run on a rolling monthly basis and a $19 application fee applies.
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Freed Fellowship gives $500 monthly micro-grants plus a $2,500 year-end award
Why this matters for founders
Very early founders can apply monthly for quick $500 non-dilutive cash and mentorship; rolling deadlines mean you can reapply if you miss a month.
Source: Tech.co
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