October 08, 2026
Need Help With Your Idea Leap Application?
Abbey Butte
TVFCU’s 10th Idea Leap Grant Competition will award a total of $300,000 to 15 small businesses across the Chattanooga, Ocoee and Northwest Georgia regions. Eligible business owners can apply through October 26 at 5 p.m. ET for the opportunity to win $50,000, $20,000 or $10,000.
Need help with your application? Join one of our free application-assistance workshops to learn more about the process, review the application questions and receive tips for sharing your business’s story.
Northwest Georgia
Tuesday, October 13 | 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Wright School of Business, Gignilliat Hall
Dalton State College
650 College Drive
Dalton, GA 30720
For more information, email Idea.Leap@tvfcu.com.
Chattanooga
Wednesday, October 14 | 1–3 p.m.
Tennessee Small Business Development Center
100 Cherokee Blvd., Suite 202
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Register for the Chattanooga workshop
Ocoee Region
Thursday, October 15 | 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Polk County Chamber of Commerce
1857 U.S. Highway 64
Benton, TN 37307
Register for the Polk County workshop
For more information about eligibility, competition details and how to apply, visit the TVFCU Idea Leap Grant page.
