
The Cornerstone Grant
$10K Grant to support entrepreneurs that have a Square account for at least 6 months

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Top Match
Due Date
Oct 1, 2025 at 3am
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Square Financial Services, Inc. and Square Banking are investing where traditional banks don’t. The Cornerstone Grant offers more than just money — it provides mentorship, visibility, and resources for small business owners who face barriers to funding. Four winners will receive a $10,000 grant, one year of financial guidance, and features across Square’s platforms.
Here’s how it works:
- Submit your application by September 30, 2025
- A panel will evaluate all applications
- Grant recipients will be announced in November 2025 via email and press release
Winners will receive:
- A $10,000 grant to grow, upgrade, or launch new ideas
- A year of mentorship from Keila Hill-Trawick (Top 200 Forbes CPA) and Aja Evans (Board-Certified Therapist & Author)
- Additional visibility through Square newsletters (reaching 1M+), social media, and The Bottom Line
Eligibility Requirements:
- Current Square seller with at least 6 months of ongoing transactions
- US-based business with fewer than 20 employees
- Must qualify as a small business under SBA guidance with annual revenue under $2M
- Applicants must be legal US residents
- Business must not be in bankruptcy or named as a defendant in an active lawsuit
Deadline: September 30, 2025
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