The PodGround Creator
Micro-Grant
Helping podcasters go the distance
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What’s the grant?
We’re excited to announce the first ever PodGround Creator Micro-Grant for podcasters around the globe. If you’ve been podcasting for 3 years or less and are motivated to keep learning and growing your podcast, this opportunity is for you.
Starting a podcast is easy. Sustaining it is hard, especially without funding, feedback, or community.
The PodGround Creator Micro-Grant helps with that.
How the PodGround
Creator Micro-Grant helps
We are awarding $500 each to 2 independent podcasters to help them keep creating. Whether you need new gear or a year of hosting costs, this grant is for you.
Eligibility
You’re Eligible If:
You’ve been podcasting for 3 years or less
You’re 18 years or older and located anywhere in the world (as long as you can receive funds)
You’re willing to create a free PodGround account
You’re willing to attend the required virtual PodGround events to qualify for the grant
How it works
1
Join the Waitlist
Sign up now to stay updated and be the first to know when applications open
2
Applications Open
You’ll be notified to complete a short application form about your show and goals.
3
Submit Your Work
Share one podcast episode you're proud of and tell us about your goals and what makes your show unique.
4
Complete the requirements
Complete the requirements and attend the required virtual PodGround events to qualify for the grant.
5
Get Featured if Selected
Winners will be featured across PodGround’s website, social media, newsletter, and events.
6
Let Us Share Your Journey
You agree to let PodGround share your story as a case study and promote your work through our channels.
Past winners
Meet the inaugural PodGround Creator Micro-Grant winners.
Helpful FAQs
Frequently Asked
Questions
We will award $500 each to two podcast creators. You can use this funding however you need to support your podcast, from buying gear to covering hosting costs. Winners also get 1 year of free hosting with RSS.com.
The grant is open to any podcast creator 18 years or older, anywhere in the world, as long as you’ve been podcasting for 3 years or less and can receive funds via a valid payment method.
Yes! This is a global grant. As long as you're eligible and can receive funds digitally you can apply.
The grant is only open to individual creators. However you can apply if you have a co-host as long as the application is submitted by one person and only one application should be submitted per podcast.
Absolutely. Most applicants are solo podcasters. This grant is mainly designed to support independent creators.
To apply, you’ll need to:
- 1. Fill out the application
- 2. Share a link to an episode you’re proud of
- 3. Create a free PodGround account
- 4. Attend the required virtual PodGround events
- 5. Agree to let us share your story if you’re selected as a winner
Winners will be featured on our website, newsletter, and virtual event giving you visibility and new connections. You’ll also get continued access to PodGround’s growing network, community and learning resources.
Join the waitlist to be notified of application timelines and updates.
Winners will be notified by email.
Join our waitlist to get updates. We’ll also host virtual info sessions where you can ask questions and connect with others.