GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Up to $20,000 per award, granted through pitch competitions.
Rolling submissions; tied to Business Shower pitch event schedule.
FUNDING TYPE
Grant
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Funding is awarded through live pitch competitions called Business Showers, so your odds depend on how well you pitch against other veteran founders.
The grant program runs on a rolling basis, but funding appears tied to pitch events rather than a simple application review. No acceptance rate data is publicly available.
WHAT IT TAKES
Engage with Warrior Rising programs (LaunchPoint, Warrior Academy, or Warrior University) to build your business foundation — Weeks to months depending on program
Apply and prepare for a Business Shower pitch competition — Varies by event schedule
Pitch live for grant funding — One event day
WORTH KNOWING
Funding comes through 'Business Showers,' described as live pitch competitions with no strings attached — meaning no equity or repayment required. Participating in Warrior Rising's training programs likely strengthens your pitch and your standing as a candidate.
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