GRANT TERMS & CONDITIONS

The Operator Impact Grant

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By submitting an application for The Operator Impact Grant (“the Grant”), you (“Applicant”) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Grant Terms & Conditions (“Terms”), as well as the accompanying Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not submit an application.

2. Grant Overview

The Operator Impact Grant is a quarterly grant program that awards $1,000 USD to one eligible business per grant cycle. The Grant is intended to support operators, consultants, and service-based business owners through non-repayable funding.

The Grant is not a loan, does not require repayment, and does not require equity.

The Grant is powered by PM Boss Academy but operates as a standalone initiative.

3. Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to apply, Applicants must:

  • Be 18 years of age or older

  • Be a U.S.-based business owner or founder

  • Operate a service-based business, consultancy, or professional practice

  • Have been in business for two (2) years or more at the time of application

  • Submit a complete application during an open grant cycle

  • Pay the required $15 non-refundable application fee

Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.

4. Application Fee

A $15 USD application fee is required for each submission.

  • The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of application outcome.

  • Payment of the application fee does not influence selection.

  • Fees are used to support administrative processing, deter spam and/or bots, application review, and program operations.

5. Application Review & Selection

  • Applications are reviewed by a selection committee using a standardized evaluation process.

  • Selection is based on factors including, but not limited to: clarity of business model, readiness to execute, alignment with grant purpose, and intended use of funds.

  • All decisions are final and not subject to appeal.

  • The Grant reserves the sole discretion to determine recipients.

6. Grant Award & Funding

  • One recipient is selected per grant cycle unless otherwise stated.

  • Grant recipients are announced publicly unless a written request for confidentiality is submitted.

  • Funds are disbursed within 30 days of the official award announcement, contingent upon completion of verification requirements.

  • Failure to complete required verification may result in forfeiture of the grant.

7. Use of Grant Funds

Grant funds must be used for legitimate business purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Business tools or software

  • Professional development or certifications

  • Marketing or visibility investments

  • Operational systems or infrastructure

Grant funds may not be used for:

  • Personal expenses

  • Debt repayment

  • Ongoing payroll obligations

  • Illegal or unethical activities

The Grant does not monitor or control how funds are spent and is not responsible for the outcomes of fund usage.

8. Representations & Accuracy

By submitting an application, the Applicant represents that:

  • All information provided is true and accurate

  • Misrepresentation or falsification may result in disqualification or revocation of the grant

  • The Grant reserves the right to verify information provided

9. Publicity & Communications

Grant recipients may be invited (but not required) to:

  • Provide a testimonial or quote

  • Participate in a feature or announcement

Participation in additional promotional activities is voluntary unless otherwise agreed in writing.

10. No Guarantee of Results

The Grant makes no guarantees regarding:

  • Business growth

  • Revenue outcomes

  • Success resulting from grant funding

Receipt of grant funds does not constitute business, financial, or legal advice.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • The Operator Impact Grant and its affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from participation in the Grant.

  • Liability is limited to the amount of the application fee paid.

12. Disqualification & Termination

The Grant reserves the right to:

  • Disqualify applications that violate these Terms

  • Disqualify Applicants who engage in fraudulent or abusive conduct

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Grant at any time

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Changes to Terms

The Grant may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

15. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact:

The Operator Impact Grant
Email: grant@operatorimpactgrant.com