Verizon Digital Ready is awarding $10,000 to 50 small businesses this fall—and the path to eligibility is surprisingly straightforward. Enroll free, complete any 2 courses or attend 2 events (also free), then submit your application by December 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT.

Here’s what makes this opportunity different: while you’re becoming eligible for funding, you’re gaining practical knowledge on financial management, digital marketing, and operational efficiency that improves your business whether you win the grant or not.