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Brooklyn Public Library
Brooklyn Public Library PowerUP Business Plan Competition
Amount
$20,000
2nd $10,000, 3rd $5,000
Deadline
May 4, 2026
Can you get this?
✓Must be 18 years or older
✓Must live in Brooklyn
✓Must plan to start or grow a Brooklyn business
✓Must watch full orientation session before applying
✓Must attend at least 3 webinar classes
What it takes
Watch the full On Demand Orientation Session before applying.
Submit your application through the online platform at powerup.smapply.io.
Meet with a business advisor and attend a minimum of 3 PowerUP webinar classes, including the mandatory financial projections and business research classes.
Submit a business plan that follows the competition's format and guidelines, clearly showing a need for the award, community value, and business viability.
Worth knowing
Previously written business plans are allowed but must be revised to comply with competition guidelines before submission.
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