Allstate Main Street Grants Program

The Allstate Main Street Grants Program is a collaborative initiative presented by Hello Alice in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) and funded by Allstate. The program seeks to support small businesses across the United States by closing the national wealth gap through targeted investment in local entrepreneurs. The total funding available for this program is $1.26 million, with a design focused on strengthening the small business economy in communities nationwide. The core component of this initiative is a 12-week virtual accelerator program known as Boost Camp, in which 250 selected entrepreneurs will participate. This accelerator is structured to provide education and practical tools around marketing, finance, operations, and growth strategies. Weekly content, networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs, and dedicated virtual spaces for collaboration are included in the program design. The goal is to empower small business owners to become more resilient, stable, and growth-oriented in their operations. Out of the initial 250 Boost Camp participants, a subset of 63 will be awarded $20,000 grants. These grants are non-repayable funds that recipients can use to purchase tools, implement growth strategies, or invest in resources that will advance their business operations. It is important to note that participation in the Boost Camp does not guarantee grant funding; grant recipients are selected from the cohort based on criteria not specified in the public documentation. To qualify for this program, applicants must be the leading executive of a business (e.g., Founder, CEO, or President) and meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years, or 19 in Alabama and Nebraska. The business must be a for-profit entity registered and operating in any of the 50 U.S. states, Washington D.C., or Puerto Rico. Additional eligibility requirements include a minimum of $25,000 in revenue generated in 2024, a demonstrated need for funding and coaching, and a willingness to participate fully in the virtual Boost Camp scheduled to begin in September 2025. Businesses that have participated in a Hello Alice Boost Camp in the past 12 months are not eligible. The timeline for the program begins with the application period opening on June 16, 2025, at 9 AM Eastern Time and closing on July 25, 2025, at 6 PM Eastern Time. Selected participants will be notified in early September 2025. Boost Camp officially commences on September 15, 2025, with the first live session following on September 18, 2025. The announcement of grant recipients is scheduled for December 10, 2025. Monthly sessions will be held every third Thursday, with additional office hours provided. For more information or to confirm full eligibility criteria, applicants are encouraged to consult the terms and conditions or view the FAQ section provided by Hello Alice. Contact information for the grantor, including a direct email or phone number, is not explicitly listed in the available program overview.