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Stephen L. Tadlock Veteran Grant is sponsored by Founders First. This program offers microgrants to veteran-owned small businesses, with a preference for disabled veterans.
It also includes access to business programs and resources designed to help entrepreneurs grow their business. While a smaller award, it offers valuable support for general business growth which could benefit a veteran-owned AI health technology company.
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[National Grant] Stephen L. Tadlock for Veteran Small Business Owners - Founders First CDC Stephen L. Tadlock Veteran Business Grant A Business Grant + Accelerator Combined Into One A total of $20,000 for 20 Veteran Entrepreneurs nationwide Full Application Opens September 2026 This grant was created in honor of U.S. Navy Veteran Stephen L.
Tadlock, brother of Founders First CEO Kim Folsom. It celebrates his service by supporting veteran-led small businesses with both funding and resources to grow stronger, sustainable companies. Flexible funding you can put toward the needs that matter most — equipment, operations, staffing, or growth.
As a finalist, you’ll also join one of our signature business programs at no cost: Passport Community or Zebra Leadership. Programs Included With Your Grant Weekly expert-led sessions covering marketing, sales, operations, and finance — designed to help you scale faster and smarter.
Value: $1,499 for a 3-month subscription (free for finalists) A 6-session program that equips founders to step fully into the CEO role, build strong teams, and scale with confidence.
Value: $1,699 (free for finalists) Full Application Opens September 2026 20 finalists announced at virtual press event Applications reviewed and semi-finalists selected Finalists join a program and receive $1,000 grant Must be a U.S. military veteran Must be a CEO, President, or Business Owner Must have an active U.S. based business Business annual revenue does not exceed $5M Must have between 2 to 100 employees Minimum of 1 year in business Don’t miss this opportunity to combine funding + training.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Must be a U.S. military veteran who is a CEO, President, or Business Owner. Must have an active U.S.-based business with annual revenue not exceeding $5M and between 2 to 100 employees. Minimum of 1 year in business. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Stephen L. Tadlock Veteran Grant are due September 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Stephen L. Tadlock Veteran Grant is funded by Founders First. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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