FedEx Small Business Grant Contest: Make a big impact
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Are you a small business looking to make a big impact? Your journey starts here.
Running a small business is about thinking differently, finding new solutions and challenging the status quo. At FedEx, we want to support you in transforming those ideas into successful realities. We’re championing innovation through our FedEx Small Business Grant Contest, and with business advice and tips to help you at every step of the way.
Scroll to learn how you can take your ideas to the world.
What is the FedEx Small Business Grant Contest?
Behind every lucky break lies a lot of hard work. That’s why since 2021, we’ve sponsored the Forbes Asia 100 to Watch list and partnered with Forbes Asia to hold the FedEx Small Business Grant Contest. FedEx is on a mission to help businesses with grants to grow and succeed.
Winner
Grand prize of USD 30,000
3 Special mentions
USD 13,000
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FedEx Small Business Grant Contest FAQs
First launched in the U.S. in 2012, SBGC has expanded to 31 international markets, including Europe and across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (AMEA), to award grants to small businesses. The aim: to support their operations, fuel growth, foster innovation and nurture new ideas.
There will be a total of 4 winners, where the grand winner will win USD 30,000, and the 3 special mentions will each receive USD 13,000.
Companies on the Forbes Asia 100 to Watch list will be considered for the FedEx Small Business Grant Contest.
No, you do not need a FedEx shipping account to be eligible to enter the contest.
The selected finalists considered from the Forbes Asia 100 to Watch list will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Quality of investors and funding
- Revenue growth
- Customer growth
- Employee growth
- Regional/Global reach potential
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Get rewarded for your hard work
Innovating is tough. FedEx Rewards gives you something to look forward to—from the latest gadgets, indulgent spa dates to FedEx eShipping vouchers.
Make a positive impact
You’re already making the world a better place. Why not take it further by working with a logistics partner that is committed to delivering a sustainable future?
Take your idea worldwide, save up to 65%
Get rewarded for your hard work
Make a positive impact
Yup, you read that right. Sign up with us to take advantage of our services and enjoy exclusive rewards.
Innovating is tough. FedEx Rewards gives you something to look forward to—from the latest gadgets, indulgent spa dates to FedEx eShipping vouchers.
You’re already making the world a better place. Why not take it further by working with a logistics partner that is committed to delivering a sustainable future?