Shopify-friendly Q2 funding opportunities

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Ada at Sellify
March 28, 2025

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Hello Super Seller and let me be the first to welcome you to Q2!

If you’re spending this weekend aligning your business for Q2, permit me 5 minutes to share a couple of funding opportunities you might find helpful.

You can also discuss your funding needs with a funding consultant from 8fig.co. Just indicate here and someone will reach out to you.

  1. Startup Canada - Pitch for a chance to win $70,000

  • Who’s eligible? Canada-based businesses interested in export

  • Maximum grant: $70,000

  • More info here

  • Apply here

  • Virtual pitch application date: Monday, 7th April. (Otherwise apply in person at the event)

  1. 500.co flagship accelerator

  • Who’s eligible? Wide range of companies

  • Geographic locations: All countries

  • Maximum grant: $150,000 (fees deducted from sum if granted)

  • More info here

  • Apply here

  • Deadline: Rolling

Need funds more urgently? WayFlyer offers $10k - $20m in as little as 24 hours, without the need for collateral.

  1. Amber Grant

  • Who’s eligible? Women-owned businesses

  • Geographic locations: All countries

  • Maximum grant: $10,000 monthly

  • More info here

  • Apply here

  • Deadline: 31st March 2025

  1. America’s Seed Fund

  • Who’s eligible? Innovative products

  • Geographic locations: United States

  • Maximum grant: $2 million ($0 equity)

  • More info here

  • Apply here

  • Deadline: None

  1. Halstead Grant for jewelry businesses

  • Who’s eligible? Jewelry businesses

  •  Geographic locations: US only

  • Maximum grant: $150,000 (fees deducted from sum if granted)

  • More info here

  • Apply here

  • Deadline: May 1st 2025

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