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15 local businesses will receive $225,000 in grants from TVFCU

Locally-owned businesses across Northwest Georgia and Southeast Tennessee could win up to $30,000 during National Small Business Week in May 2025.

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Photos from TVFCU's annual pitch competition showing winners holding giant checks and guest speakers

The top five winners will be announced on April 8, 2025.

Photos provided by Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union

Think your small business is pitch-perfect?

Applications for Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s 8th Annual Idea Leap Grant Pitch Competition open Friday, Oct. 4 — and $225,000 in grants are available for 15 local businesses in Northwest Georgia and Southwest Tennessee.

Here’s a look at the important dates + competition details, which takes place during National Small Business Week (May 4-10, 2025):

  • Small businesses must operate within TVFCU’s 17-county service area.
  • Applications are open until Monday, Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. ET.
  • Applicants who move on to the semifinal round will be announced on Feb. 7.
  • There will be five winners from each region. First place will receive $30,000, second will receive $15,000, and three third-place winners will each receive $10,000.
  • The three regions for next year’s competition are Northwest GA, Ocoee, and Chattanooga.

Follow along on Facebook + Instagram for updates on important dates, competition rules, and more.

Learn more and apply.

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