$25k grant for businesses that significantly contribute to their local community
PayPal and Global Citizen have teamed up to honor small businesses that are transforming commerce while driving social and environmental change. The Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards will recognize entrepreneurs and small business owners whose innovative products, services, or business models make a measurable positive impact. Winners will receive a $25,000 USD cash prize, plus access to valuable resources — including data insights, expert guidance from commerce and payments specialists, and marketing/brand activations to help scale their mission. Here’s how it works:
Activities may include:
Applications will be judged on Innovation, Impact, Vision, and Grit over the past 3–5 years
Deadline: August 15, 2025
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