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Micro-Grants for Dream Chasers

$5,000 per recipient

Pilot-year micro-grants of $5,000 for founders and builders chasing a dream — demonstrating commitment through unpaid work and facing a specific financial obstacle the grant would meaningfully address. Strong applicants from a 5-question assessment are invited to complete a full application.

  • $5,000 non-dilutive micro-grant
  • Possible milestone support (a second grant)
  • Mentorship
  • Community + networking with other recipients
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Bill Gurley's Runnin' Down a Dream Foundation: $5,000 Micro-Grants Explained

Bill Gurley's Runnin' Down a Dream Foundation awards $5,000 non-dilutive micro-grants to people chasing the work they were born to do. Eligibility, deadlines, how to apply, and how it compares to other grants.

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