At Skip, our mission is to support entrepreneurs and small business owners, and for over four years, we've been giving back a portion of our revenue in the form of grants. In March 2024, we took this initiative to the next level by launching Skip Instant Grants, a new way to provide immediate financial support to entrepreneurs through live grant drawings on YouTube.
What Are Skip Instant Grants?
Skip Instant Grants are live grant giveaways that take place on YouTube, typically two or three times a week. Each Instant Grant is worth $1,000, and to win, all you need to do is apply on Skip and attend the live YouTube session. If your business and name are called during the live event, you’ll need to verify your win by commenting on the stream.
The excitement of these grants comes from the community aspect—they’re not just about winning money; they’re about joining a group of like-minded entrepreneurs who are working hard to build their businesses. Plus, these grants are a testament to our belief in giving back directly to the people who make our platform what it is: entrepreneurs like you.
Why Do We Offer Instant Grants?
We believe that entrepreneurs deserve support at every stage of their journey, and sometimes, a timely financial boost can make all the difference. By offering Instant Grants, we provide an accessible, fast, and transparent way for small business owners to secure funding.
Each grant we give is an opportunity to fuel a dream, launch a new product, or simply keep the doors open. At Skip, we are committed to creating meaningful impact by making the grant application process simple, transparent, and exciting.
How Do You Enter & Win?
Participating in a Skip Instant Grant is easy:
Apply on Skip: When an Instant Grant becomes available, it will be listed on your Skip Dashboard and on the Instant Grants tab on the Skip App. You must apply before the live drawing takes place.
Attend the Live Drawing: The drawing happens live on YouTube. We announce the winners during the stream, and to win, you need to be present! If your business and name are called, you'll have to comment your PIN in the chat. If you are unable to make a Live Drawing, you can use Grants Lock to win a portion of the grant.
Verify Your Entry with a PIN: After applying, you’ll receive a PIN number in your Skip App. If your business and name is called during the live drawing, you’ll need to enter your PIN in the YouTube comments to confirm your win.
Where Can I See My PIN?
After applying for an Instant Grant, you can find your PIN number directly in the Skip App. Look on the Dashboard, the Instant Grants tab or the My Funding tabs. This system ensures a smooth and secure process for validating winners.
What is Grants Lock?
At Skip, we know life can get busy, and sometimes you can’t make it to the live YouTube drawing for our Instant Grants. That’s why we created Grants Lock, a feature that lets you win 25% of the grant, even if you miss the live event.
When you apply for a Skip Instant Grant, you can activate Grants Lock through the Skip App. If your entry is selected but you're unable to attend the live session, Grants Lock ensures you’ll still receive $250, or 25% of the $1,000 grant.
Of course, if you attend live and verify in real time, you’ll still be eligible to win the full $1,000. Grants Lock gives you flexibility, ensuring you don’t miss out on support, even when life gets in the way!
Join Us for the Next Instant Grant!
Skip Instant Grants are not just about financial support—they’re about building a community of entrepreneurs who are supporting each other. We encourage everyone to apply, attend our live YouTube sessions, and take part in this exciting initiative.
Want to see how it works in action? Check out some of our recent winners here. And don’t forget, the next Instant Grant could be yours!
Download the Skip App, apply for the upcoming Instant Grant, and join us on YouTube for the next live event. We can’t wait to see you there!