In the News: Don’t Miss Your Chance for Grants of up to $25,000


Grants can be a lifeline for creatives because they give them the money they need to continue their projects. With these funds, they can try out new ideas, make new projects, and improve their work. This also includes small businesses that use creative tools in their workflow.

TikTok and companies like it provide grants to help entrepreneurs who also happen to be creators to help them be more productive and use their tools more effectively. Whether it is TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, or another company, make sure to keep an eye out for grants they provide for their users. The key is to check regularly and apply as soon as these companies announce the grants. This will give you the best chance at winning them. Good luck!

Partnering with creators can be an effective way to grow a business. And small business grants can help these initiatives go even further. Now, TikTok is supporting small businesses and creators through a new partnership. Find out more about this and other small business grant opportunities.

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What is a Grant?

“What is a grant?” you might ask. At its core, a grant is essentially free money that doesn’t need to be repaid. Business grants serve as a viable alternative to traditional funding options and present a remarkable opportunity for businesses to secure funding.

What is a Grant Writer?

What is a grant writer? A grant writer, as the name suggests, is a professional who specializes in composing proposals that secure grants. Their responsibilities don’t just end at writing; they encompass extensive research to identify suitable grants.

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Joshua Sophy Joshua Sophy is the Editor for Small Business Trends and has been a member of the team for 16 years. A professional journalist with 20 years of experience in traditional media and online media, he attended Waynesburg University and is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists. He has held roles of reporter, editor and publisher, having founded his own local newspaper, the Pottsville Free Press.