Connecting small businesses to big opportunities
We’re on a mission to help small business owners with big plans. These businesses are the backbone of our economy, and they deserve more chances to do big things. That’s why we created the Venmo Small Business Grant.
Meet our 2022 winners
Each Venmo Small Business Grant winner will receive a $10k grant to boost their business, public promotion on the Venmo and PayPal websites and social profiles, and business resources as well as professional consulting services.
7th South Designs7th South Designs
7th South Designs in Clearfield, Utah makes custom apparel and promo items for teams, families, businesses, schools, and more without minimum order requirements.
Cake CaféCake Café
Started in the wake of a career change, Cake Cafe is a Black-, woman-owned bakery in Tampa, FL selling custom cakes, cake jars, and other delectable desserts.
Candles by LakeshaCandles by Lakesha
An elegant and simple 100% soy wax candle company in Troy, MI committed to creating candles that are healthy, chemical-free, and have an amazing scent throw.
Change, ExchangeChange, Exchange
An LGBTQ+ owned business based in Tampa, FL that creates handmade, sustainable, and non-binary clothing from upcycled materials. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet
Cosette DesignsCosette Designs
A hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind jewelry and home goods designer in Minneapolis, MN that donates a percentage of each sale to support domestic violence survivors.
daLAITdaLAIT
Inspired by the personal experiences of an Afro-LatinX parent, daLAIT reusable nursing pads empower an inclusive community of parents. Based in Brooklyn, NY.
Dan the DoodleDan the Doodle
Dan the Doodle is a family-owned art business in Florida that sells prints and stickers created by Dan, a Jupiter-based Artist with Autism.
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Custom TeesFTLFLY
Custom Tees Bla
Based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, FTLFLY creates unique, expressive custom apparel using screen printing, embroidery, and more—so you can Feel Like You (FLY).
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Beauty Suites SalonGlitzed 365
Beauty Suites Salon
A private, in-home salon operated in Douglasville, GA that creates a workspace for underrepresented beauty professionals.
Grow for Good 417Grow for Good 417
A plant shop in Springfield, MO that sells unique garden art and hosts Plant pARTy classes to foster community education and raise funds for nonprofits.
Krysalis KoutureKrysalis Kouture
Owned and operated by a three-time cancer survivor in Brooklyn, NY, Krysalis Kouture designs stylish clothing for patients’ medical journeys and beyond.
LaNae DesignzLaNae Designz
A women’s apparel brand based in Mint Hill, NC that creates custom, handmade, and ready-to-wear garments for every day, formal occasions, and beyond.
Meltdown Ice CreamMeltdown Ice Cream
Specializing in creative flavors made from local ingredients, Meltdown makes handcrafted ice cream, sodas, sorbets, and more in Bowling Green, KY.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet
NūBorn SkinNūBorn Skin
An all-natural skincare company located in Carlisle, PA that creates all-natural products that offer long-lasting and life changing benefits for all skin types.
Plantish by JMPlantish by JM
Founded in St. Mary, Jamaica, Plantish sells natural, Jamaican-grown herbal teas and remedies that support clean eating and healthy living. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet
Savor ActsSavor Acts
A hot pickled pepper company in Las Vegas, NV that donates a portion of profits to charity, founded by two women with a mutual love for food and community.
Sun MarketSun Market
Created to support farmers and address food insecurity, Sun Market provides access to natural, organic, and local produce at an affordable price in Decatur, Georgia.
The Color AgentThe Color Agent
A curated platform created to highlight music from LGBTQ+ artists and shift the culture of mainstream music. Based in Dallas, TX. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet
The Escape AdventuresThe Escape Adventures
A veteran- and Native American-owned business in Chester, VA specializing in story-focused escape rooms for family fun and teambuilding. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet
Visually SpeakingVisually Speaking
A Deafqueer-led business in Seattle, WA, with a focus on spreading the use of American Sign Language, sharing Deaf culture, and empowering the community.
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