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Freed Fellowship Grant

The Freed Fellowship
About the Grant

Every month, we select a business owner in the US as a Freed Fellow. Each Fellow receives a $500 grant to invest in their existing business. No strings attached. No equity required.

Everyone who submits a feedback request also receives two months free inside Freed Studio—our virtual community designed to help you grow your email list and turn subscribers into sales.

Freed Fellows are also eligible to receive an additional end-of-year grant of $2,500.

State and Industry
Ownership Categories
Grant Amount:

Between $500 and $2,500

Application Deadline:

Rolling

Notes

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