Wish Local Grants

Up to $2,000 Grants for Black Owned Businesses

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Eligible Geography
US-wide
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Last Updated
Feb 19, 2026

What are the Wish Local Grants?

Wish Local Grants are small business grants offered by Wish to support Black-owned brick-and-mortar stores in the United States. Grant amounts typically range from $500 to $2,000 and are designed to help local retailers grow and operate their businesses.

What are the requirements?

Applicants must be Black-owned businesses with 20 or fewer employees, operate a brick-and-mortar store in the United States, be owned by individuals aged 18 or older, and earn under $1 million in average annual revenue. Selected businesses must join the Wish Local program, which is free.

Who is the grant best for?

This grant is best for Black-owned brick-and-mortar retailers seeking modest funding to support day-to-day operations, marketing, or local growth initiatives.

How are the winners selected?

Eligible applications are reviewed by Wish, and recipients are selected based on program criteria and application information, in accordance with the official grant rules.