eBay Announces Fifth Annual Up & Running Grants Recipients
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eBay has announced the recipients of its fifth annual Up & Running Grants program, awarding $500,000 and technology stipends to 50 U.S. sellers. Each selected seller will receive $10,000, along with training and mentorship to help grow their businesses. Additionally, finalists will get a $500 stipend for essential business technology from eBay Refurbished.
The program received over 18,000 submissions, its largest and most diverse pool to date, with a 19% increase in early-stage entrepreneurs compared to last year. This emphasizes eBay's commitment to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurship. The grants cover various business categories, including collectibles, auto parts, sneakers, and electronics.
Since its establishment in 2020, the Up & Running Grants program has been part of eBay's mission to create economic opportunity and invest in small business growth. The company reports a 162% increase in grant applications this year, highlighting the program's growing importance for small business sellers on the platform.
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Positive
- eBay is investing $500,000 in small business growth through grants
- 50 U.S. sellers each receive $10,000 plus training and mentorship
- 19% increase in early-stage entrepreneur applicants compared to last year
- 162% increase in Up & Running Grant applications
Negative
- None.
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eBay awards
This year, eBay selected 50 U.S. sellers to each receive
eBay received its largest and most diverse pool of Up & Running applicants to date, with over 18,000 submissions. Additionally, this year's candidates included
"Entrepreneurship is at the heart of eBay. We have always been committed to empowering small business owners and providing the tools they need to be successful," said Dawn Block, VP & GM, U.S. Market & Global Selling, eBay, eBay
Meet eBay's Class of 2024 Up & Running Grantees:
- Hawken Carlton, Carlton Carnivores,
Platteville, CO - Andrew Gunthorp, B&B Auto Parts,
LaGrange, IN - Taylor Fierro, Lethal Performance,
Ridgewood, NJ - Anthony Petitti, Verified Sneaks,
Ocala, FL - Kathryn Bucklin, 6bucks,
Avondale, AZ - Rickie Miller, Kriss Kross Wigs,
Long Beach, CA - Caitlin Nugent, Unaparts Inc,
Bethany, CT - Jennifer LaValle, Peg Hunted Treasures,
Jefferson, GA - Paula Johnson, Theroadnottaken1,
Marshalltown, IA - Danielle Merk, Fronitier Legacy LLC,
Maryville, IL - Dee Sweeney, Pink Streak Market,
Alexandria, KY - Christopher II Clegg, Cleggsclassics,
Herculaneum, MO - Amanda Rowland, KrazyKatCollections,
Charlotte, NC - Iuliana Jaloba, Ridalshop LLC,
Matthews, NC - Kimberly Blake, Sandwood Selections,
Grand Forks, ND - Kaylie Helwig, ThriftyMoves,
Akron, OH - Patricia Stephens, Trash_Pandas_Imporium,
Midwest City, OK - Tara Stine, Fuzzy Loops,
York, PA - Devon Wallis, Seek Optics,
Wilkes-Barre, PA - Tracey Inventor, Treasures4u2000,
Ardmore, PA - Adriana Rebicki Bamvakiades, ARBA Shop,
The Woodlands, TX - Gladis Diaz, Shinning Star X's Boutique,
Houston, TX - James Idell, Maridells,
Land O' Lakes, FL - Walter Roberts, The Buying Spot,
Macon, GA - Jonathan Copeland, Vino Club Vintage,
DeSoto, TX - Eduard Gutierrez, BoosterBuddyTCG,
Galveston, TX - Craig Kraut, Hype Stew Sneakers LLC,
Warren, MI - Kyung Kye, LikeNewGizmos,
Columbia Heights, MN - Yelena Roslaya, Art Play Design,
Vancouver, WA - Janeen Wagner, Stellarsell57,
Warden, WA - Peyton Williams, Peywill68,
Miami, FL - Sergey Polukhin, Selforfun,
Myrtle Beach, SC - Kevin Ludwig, South4thStreet,
Central Point, OR - Kayne Weaver, SoDak Surplus,
North Sioux City, SD - Habib Ur-Rehman, AbdAllahemart.Inc,
Elk Grove , CA - Melissa Philbrook, Melissa Philbrook Art,
Kelso, WA - Orlando Fernandez, Prime Medical Express,
Miami, FL - Katie Herres, Foragers Path,
New London, WI - Christopher Alas, Shop Uniquely,
Port Charlotte, FL - Enrique Gonzales, 1Swing Sports,
Rowlett, TX - Michael Lytle, Mike's Antiques Collectibles n More,
Weirton, WV - Randall Beatty, Drake279,
Steens, MS - Isaac Allen, Allen Arbitrage,
Augusta, ME - Andrew Fuke, Mad Finds Shop,
Lyndhurst, OH - Tony Vo, TheTvoShop,
Newark, CA - Alex Grecu, ACF Motorsports,
Gilbert, AZ - Simon Domfeh, f2 GROUP LLC,
Houston, TX - Jeremy Noble, Thermal Acquisitions,
Jackson, KY - Shoute Huang, Sealingtek Inc,
Walnut, CA - Virginia Charles, Vrod's Closet,
Pearland, TX
See the 2024 winners in this video HERE.
eBay's support of small business
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About the Up & Running Grants Program
Since its introduction in 2020, eBay's annual Up & Running Grants program has received more than 60,000 applications from entrepreneurs sharing details of their businesses ambitions and growth goals. Following a comprehensive review, 50 sellers are chosen annually to each receive
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