Now, while not all of these grants are exclusively for veterans, they’re still excellent opportunities for veteran-owned businesses ready to take action. Below are a few of my top recommendations this season: 1️⃣ Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) $30,000 Grant Amount: Up to $30,000 Deadline: Ongoing Who It’s For: Nonprofits and programs supporting veterans, service members, and their families. 🔗Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/eJz85ExT 2️⃣ Military Entrepreneur Challenge Amount: Varies (cash prizes + mentorship) Deadline: Ongoing Who It’s For: Veteran, Military Spouse, and Gold Star Family Entrepreneurs. 🔗 Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/e-HQx_ik 3️⃣ Gusto Impact Awards Amount: $10,000 cash + $40,000 in local advertising + one year of free Gusto payroll services Deadline: November 21, 2025, at 4:00 PM PT Who It’s For: Small businesses and nonprofits making meaningful community impact. 🔗 Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/eisAYwBM 4️⃣ Intuit QuickBooks x Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program Amount: $20,000 (three winners per quarter) Deadline: November 14, 2025 Who It’s For: Small business owners who demonstrate courage, perseverance, and integrity. 🔗 Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/eTKApheG 5️⃣ Verizon Small Business Digital Readiness Program Amount: $10,000 Deadline: Rolling – complete two courses to qualify Who It’s For: Small business owners seeking digital training and growth tools. 🔗Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/efDUSTKV 6️⃣ Outta Excuses $3,000 Grant Amount: $3,000 Deadline: December 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST Who It’s For: Entrepreneurs and nonprofits seeking funds to start, structure, or scale. 🔗 Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/ergvMKF2 7️⃣ Threadneedle Alley Foundation Grant – $5,000 + Mentorship Amount: $5,000 + mentorship Deadline: December 31, 2025 Who It’s For: U.S.-based midlife entrepreneurs (40+) rebuilding or launching new ventures.

Conducting Your AI Opportunity Audit Today's Executable Step: Your task is to list 3 repetitive, time-consuming tasks you did this week. This is not just a list; it's your blueprint for reclaiming time and boosting efficiency. The goal is to identify the "low-hanging fruit" where AI can have an immediate impact. What To Do With Your Opportunity List: Once you have your list of 3 tasks, you need to categorize and attack them. Use the flowchart below to map each task to the right type of AI solution and the specific tool to execute it. Now go deeper! Here’s the AI tools and prompts to execute….and you’re welcome! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTkfnx-QMOu1GXMIzn3JRxec08scgTmX-E-8Mkx5hFE/edit?usp=drivesdk

As promised, we’ve begun our 48 Day Sprint to ‘26! The three pillars of content are the following: Pillar 1 AI Integration Pillar 2 Tax Efficiency Pillar 3 Strategic Planning These pillars have been separated under the ‘Categories’ tab up top and content will drop there. Oh, if I haven’t told you… I’m so glad you’re here!