About

Motive

Because of the deep care and love for our Fort Wayne community, the Dyer Grant Program purpose is to help for-profit small businesses in key markets of Greater Fort Wayne, with financial support amounts up to $25,000 based on program guidelines.

Mission

To provide financial support to small businesses and entrepreneurs in the Fort Wayne market. The grant funds will provide working capital to qualifying applicants.

Method

Fifth round of applicants are as follows:
Applications will go live: Thurs, Feb 5, 2026
Applications due: Friday, March 13, 2026
Reviewed by Dyer Grant Program Committee Members
Applicants notified of grant decisions:
TBD.