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Free Resources for Founders: Verizon Business Digital Ready Grants + Marketing Support
February 24, 2026
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Our Entreprenista Approved Partner, Verizon Business Digital Ready, is giving founders access to two incredible opportunities - and they're completely free to apply for. Here's everything you need to know:
Local Grants - $5,000 Each 💸
Verizon Business Digital Ready is awarding 75 total grants - 25 businesses per state - across New York, California, and West Virginia.
- Grant Amount: $5,000
- Due Date: March 31, 2026
To apply: Join Digital Ready (free), complete ONE course or event, and submit your application before the deadline.
Apply by your state:
$17,000 Marketing Support Package 📈
Verizon Business Digital Ready is awarding five founders with $17,000 in professional marketing services from Calvin and Vanessa Jackson of The LemonAd Stand - covering branding, digital marketing, web development, and more.
- Prize Value: $17,000
- Winners: 5 founders selected
- Due Date: March 18, 2026
To apply: Join Digital Ready (free), complete THREE marketing-related courses or events, and submit your application before the deadline.
About the Author
Stephanie Cartin
Stephanie Cartin is a serial entrepreneur, investor, podcast host, community builder, and a champion for women founders. She created the Entreprenista League, a community for women founders, to provide resources and support necessary at all business stages. She’s also the Co-founder of Socialfly, one of the first social media marketing agencies, as well as Entreprenista Media and Pearl Influential Capital which was recently acquired by Cherub. Stephanie has shared her journey managing her health challenges with Multiple Sclerosis, Infertility, and a complicated pregnancy and is an advocate for women going through similar challenges. Her story and businesses have been featured on the Today Show, Bloomberg and Forbes. Consider Stephanie your biggest business cheerleader.
