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Business Grant for Small Businesses in Duval & St. Johns Counties
Launchpad Business Grant
As part of our $1,000,000 commitment to accelerating small business growth in St. Johns and Duval Counties, the Launchpad Business Grant was created to empower local entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive. Whether you're a Jacksonville-based service provider, retailer, or startup, this grant is designed to help you overcome marketing barriers and reach your next level of success.
Selected businesses will receive full access to premium marketing services, strategic digital tools, and brand-building campaigns, all professionally managed and delivered at a “done for you” marketing suites. From website optimization and advertising support to social media strategy and local SEO, the Launchpad Grant gives you the visibility, guidance, and momentum your business needs to grow in today's digital-first economy.
- No cost to apply
- Open to actively operating small businesses
- Only a limited number of businesses approved per round
Submit your application to be considered. Each entry is reviewed by our team of marketing and business growth experts.
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Small Business Growth Support in Duval & St. Johns
What's the Launchpad Business Grant?
The Launchpad Business Grant is a $1,000,000 initiative led by MarketingAid to help small businesses across Duval and St. Johns Counties grow through expert digital marketing support. This grant is designed for business owners ready to scale but lacking access to the tools, strategy, or visibility to compete in today's digital-first economy.
Selected recipients receive fully-managed marketing services, including branding, SEO, advertising, website development, custom software development, and online growth tools, all provided at no cost. Whether you're a service provider, startup, or storefront, this grant is built to help you attract more customers, grow online, and become a standout name in your market.
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Areas We Serve
Serving Small Businesses Across Northeast Florida
The Launchpad Business Grant is available to small businesses throughout Duval and St. Johns Counties. From Downtown Jacksonville to historic St. Augustine, we're here to help local entrepreneurs grow.
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St. AugustinePonte Vedra Beach
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Don't see your area listed? If you're located in Duval or St. Johns County, you may still qualify for the grant.
Who Qualifies for the Launchpad Business Grant?
The Launchpad Grant is built for small businesses in Duval and St. Johns Counties that are ready to grow but need help reaching the next level. Whether you're a startup or an experienced entrepreneur, this grant is designed to support those making a real impact in their communities.
We're specifically looking for:
- •Actively operating businesses with an EIN
- •Businesses located in St. Johns and Duval counties.
- •Owners who are committed to improving their online visibility, customer reach, and digital presence
This grant is ideal for those who are motivated to scale but lack access to professional marketing resources. If you're serious about growing your brand and attracting more customers, we want to hear from you.
FAQ About The Launchpad Business Grant
Everything Local Business Owners In Duval And St. Johns Counties Need To Know About Eligibility, Benefits, And How To Apply For Free Digital Marketing Support.
The Launchpad Business Grant is a $1,000,000 initiative led by MarketingAid to help small businesses across Duval and St. Johns Counties grow through expert digital marketing support. This grant is designed for business owners ready to scale but lacking access to the tools, strategy, or visibility to compete in today's digital-first economy.
The grant is open to actively operating small businesses with an EIN, located in Duval and St. Johns Counties (including Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and surrounding areas). We're looking for owners who are committed to improving their online visibility, customer reach, and digital presence.
Selected recipients receive fully-managed marketing services, including branding, SEO, advertising, website development, custom software development, and online growth tools. All services are professionally managed and delivered at a 'done for you' approach.
There is no cost to apply for the Launchpad Grant. All marketing services provided to selected businesses are completely free of charge.
The grant provides small businesses with premium marketing services, strategic digital tools, and brand-building campaigns. From website optimization and advertising support to social media strategy and local SEO, we give you the visibility, guidance, and momentum your business needs to grow.
Only a limited number of businesses are approved per round. Each application is reviewed by our team of marketing and business growth experts to ensure we select businesses that will benefit most from the program.
Selected businesses are expected to actively participate in the marketing program and provide necessary business information and feedback to help us deliver effective results. There are no financial commitments required.
Yes, startups and newer businesses can apply as long as they are actively operating and have an EIN. We look for businesses that are motivated to scale and committed to growth.
Currently, the Launchpad Grant is exclusively available to businesses located in Duval and St. Johns Counties in Florida. This includes Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, and surrounding areas.
Simply complete the application form on this page. It takes less than 5 minutes and requires basic business information including your EIN, contact details, and a short summary of your goals.