Applications are officially open for the 2026 Intuit IDEAS Program, a high-impact initiative offering financial support, expert coaching, and tools to help small businesses scale.
Military veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses nationwide are eligible for a dedicated virtual military cohort. Additionally, local Los Angeles businesses will be supported through a separate, dedicated cohort focused on growth opportunities tied to major upcoming city events—please fill out the interest form to be the first to know when that application opens at the end of August.
Program Benefits & Funding
- $5,000 Cash Grant: Awarded upon successful completion of the program.
- $1,000 Technology Grant: Available to support eligible business tech needs.
- $10,000+ Value in Software & Training: Complimentary access and hands-on support for QuickBooks, Mailchimp, and TurboTax.
- 1-on-1 Coaching: A full year of executive coaching from Zella Life, along with business advising from experienced community partners.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Business Structure: Open to registered, for-profit entities (S-Corporations, LLCs, and Partnerships fit best; C-Corporations and Nonprofits are ineligible).
- Maturity & Size: Ideal for businesses in operation for at least one year with 1–9 team members.
- Onboarding Fit: Selected businesses must complete QuickBooks onboarding (businesses using cryptocurrency, foreign bank accounts, or charts of accounts over 300 accounts may be disqualified).
Important Dates
- Priority Application Deadline: September 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST. You can apply here and review the full program FAQ here.
- Application Info Session: Join the Application Info Session on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 7:00PM ET.
Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Final acceptance depends on successful completion of the application, review and business verification, and QuickBooks onboarding phases.
Need Help Navigating Your Next Steps?
As always, your LA Regional VBOC team is here to support your entrepreneurial journey. If you need assistance preparing your business financials or general guidance on navigating small business ownership, please reach out to us today. Let’s keep building resilient, veteran-owned businesses together!
Don’t wait—the application deadline is September 12, 2026.