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We have over 100 new members and I️ want to meet you all and answer your questions. If you have a grant, I’m going live inside this community so make sure you have the app and not just signing on via web browser. The live will be RIGHT HERE. Just click the button when you see the LIVE button.

YOU CAN’T AFFORD NOT TO READ THIS ENTIRE MESSAGE! Happy New Year! I want to start by saying this clearly: This year will be the best year in business you’ve ever had. I declare that. Now let me be honest with you. After speaking with so many of you, before we start aggressively searching for grants, we need to focus on something far more important—building your business systems and infrastructure so you become the kind of company that attracts grants effortlessly. This year, our priority is structure before submission. We are no longer putting time, energy, and hope into grant applications that are likely to be declined because the foundation isn’t solid yet. And yes—I’m practicing what I preach. I’ve restructured our company as well. I’m putting the systems in place so that we can win more grants, consistently and strategically. WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR Here’s what you can expect inside the community: 1. Structured course tracks so you know exactly what classes to take based on where you are right now 2. Grant Reviews (replacing Grant Sprint): bring the grant you’re actively working on and we’ll walk you through how to complete it correctly 3. Hot Seats / Office Hours where you can speak directly with our in-house business experts and get clear direction on what to do next 4. Monthly grants through our LegUp Grant Applications close on the 31st Awards announced on the 15th 5. Monthly rewards for community engagement Post or reply at least 1–2 times per week to qualify 6. I will be looking for moderators for this group CLASS TRACKS & CATEGORIES (Full schedule will be posted Monday, January 5th inside Skool) 👉 skool.com/businessgrants WELCOME & ORIENTATION Welcome to the Million Dollar Grant Club. Start here to understand how this community works, how to choose the right track, and how to move from idea to execution. You’ll find onboarding videos, worksheets, community guidelines, and the Track Placement Assessment to help you get started with clarity and confidence.

Shout out to one of our CEO Society members who showed up at the Walmart grant strategy webinar three weeks ago, implemented the strategy and WON TWO GRANTS!! Guys, Walmart pays out their grants THE NEXT DAY!!! That’s how you get cash quickly for your event or program. This was for his Toy Drive that’s Tuesday. I️ just did the EXACT STRATEGY myself for one of my clients and we WON A GRANT last Wednesday! You guys! IT WORKS! What I’m teaching you WORKS! Who’s ready to lock in for 2026 and secure at least $100k+ in grants?! Comment below.

Hey Fam, Before we jump into Grant Wednesday, I want to apologize for the delay in getting this newsletter out. Yesterday I had to go to urgent care for a medical matter. I’m doing OK today, but it was a real reminder that I cannot continue pouring into this community by myself at the pace we’re growing. If you have a heart for this work and are interested in supporting the community, please DM me. I’m looking for the right people to help me keep this running strong. Also — Grant Sprint Live is happening TODAY at noon, and we’re applying for a for-profit grant step-by-step. Don’t miss it. Now let’s get into this week’s grants. NONPROFIT GRANTS — OPEN NOW 1️⃣ American Heart Association – Social Impact Fund $20K–$100K | Health equity & community solutions Apply: https://www.heart.org/en/aha-ventures/social-impact-funds/application Note: Limited to Chicago, FL, LA, MN, NYC, and Philadelphia. 2️⃣ Home Depot Veterans Housing Grant $100K–$500K | Deadline: Dec 12 Apply: https://foundation.homedepot.com/s_Login.jsp Ideal for orgs serving veterans or repairing homes. 3️⃣ Dollar General Literacy Grant $4K–$10K | Opens Jan 9 Apply: https://www.dgliteracy.org/grant-programs/ Great for youth or adult literacy programs. 4️⃣ TJX Foundation Grant (TJ Maxx/Marshalls) $5K–$25K | Rolling Apply: https://www.tjx.com/responsibility Supports basic needs, workforce development, and youth programming. 5️⃣ Lowe’s Hometowns Community Grant $5K–$25K | Rolling Apply: https://corporate.lowes.com Strong for community revitalization and facility improvements. 6️⃣ Starbucks Neighborhood Grants $1K–$2K | Rolling Apply: Through a Starbucks barista nomination Tip: Visit your local store and share your mission. 7️⃣ Staples Foundation $1K–$25K | Rolling