She’s Connected

Take your business to the next level

Build your brand with the AT&T Small Business Contest

Apply below for the chance to win $50,000, a year of AT&T service with a new device, and the opportunity to share your small business story with your own AT&T content piece alongside #ShesConnected talent!

Small Business Owners, now is your time!

Apply now for the AT&T Small Business Contest for a chance to win $50,000 and the support of a growing community of over 20 athletes and entrepreneurs!

One Grand Prize winner will receive:

$50,000 towards their small business
One full year of AT&T service with a brand new device
Involvement in feature content with an AT&T #ShesConnected athlete

Four (4) runners up will receive $5,000

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED. Contest open only to legal residents of 50 U.S. & DC (“Eligibility Area”) who as of date of entry are the age of majority or older and the sole or majority owner of a small business located within the Eligibility Area and with a specific limit of fifty (50) or less full or part-time employees. Contest entry starts on/about 12:01 am EDT on 6/9/25 and ends on/about 11:59 pm EDT on 9/30/25. Subject to Official Rules available at att.com/shesconnected. See Official Rules for complete details including how to enter, eligibility, winner determination and prizing. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: AT&T Services, Inc., 208 S. Akard St. Dallas, TX 75202.

Before proceeding to the application, confirm that you can answer YES to all of the following eligibility questions:

Are you nominating a small business (yours or someone else’s)?
Is the business 50 employees or less (small business)?
Is the business registered in the United States?
Are you or the small business owner that is being nominated 18 years or older?
Have you reviewed all Contest Rules & Regulations?

If you can respond YES to all the above, please proceed to the application.

Before proceeding to the nomination, confirm that you can answer YES to all of the following eligibility questions:

Are you nominating a small business (yours or someone else’s)?
Is the business 50 employees or less (small business)?
Is the business registered in the United States?
Are you or the small business owner that is being nominated 18 years or older?
Have you reviewed all Contest Rules & Regulations?

If you can respond YES to all the above, please proceed to the application.

Applicant Information

Name Email Address

Birthdate (MM/DD/YY, must be 18+) Phone Number

Small Business Information

Small Business Name Type of Business (retail, construction, real estate, etc.)

Address of Business (must be located in the U.S.)

Website of Business

Business Social Media Handles

Personal Social Media Handles

Proof of Small Business Registration/Ownership

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Don't be shy! Tell us a little bit about yourself and your small business. Please include the overall vision / mission of your business and the impact it makes on your community. How would $50k impact your business, how would you use this grant? (750 words max)

Our brand values are Live true, Think big, Pursue excellence, Be there, Stand for equality, and Make a difference. Please pick 1-2 of these values and describe how you and your business align with these values. (750 words max)

Where did you hear about this contest?

By marking this box, I agree and consent that AT&T, and its affiliated companies, as well as third parties acting on AT&T’s behalf, may process personal data from or about me as outlined in the AT&T Privacy Notice necessary to register me and facilitate my participation at the event, as well as to receive a post-event marketing survey.

If you are nominating someone and their small business, they will receive an email once they've been nominated to fill out the remainder of the application

Your Name

Nominee Name

Nominee Email

Tell us why the business owner or business you are nominating deserves $50,000 and a platform within the She’s Connected series! (250 words max) This response will not be considered in the judging process.

Congratulations! Thanks for applying to become a part of She’s Connected by AT&T. Your application has been received.

Finalists will be contacted in November 2025. The Grand Prize Winner will be notified via email and/or phone by December 1, 2025. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

Thanks for your nomination! The small business you nominated will receive an email prompting them to complete their application.

Finalists will be contacted in November 2025. The Grand Prize Winner will be notified via email and/or phone by December 1, 2025. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

We’re excited to inspire a broader community of entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners through the AT&T Small Business Contest alongside esteemed AT&T athletes that are making moves on and off the field and paving the way for the next generation.

Scout
Bassett

“Hearing so many no’s throughout my life, you learn how to find solutions. You learn how to find the right connection points.”

A’ja
Wilson

“My purpose beyond the court is just being that tangible role model for the next generation to want to be successful in whatever they want to do.”

Aneesa
Getaneh

“Daisy Medical Institute is not just a training program; it’s a beacon of hope and opportunity for emancipated foster youth in Los Angeles. With the support of She’s Connected by AT&T, we can now expand our reach, enhance our impact, and continue to empower the next generation of healthcare professionals and community leaders.”

Rose
Zhang

“When you’re a professional athlete, it’s not just playing a game that you love anymore - it’s your occupation. You’re essentially making a small business.”

She's Connected 2024 Grant Winner

Aneesa Getaneh founded Daisy Medical Institute to empower students, many of whom are emancipated foster youth in Los Angeles, by providing them with the necessary training and support to become Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Her vision extends beyond merely training individuals for a career - it encompasses fostering stability, resilience, and opportunity for those who have overcome challenges in life.

"Thanks to She’s Connected by AT&T, Daisy is paving the way for the next generation of healthcare professionals looking through the lens of possibility"

Spotlighting women athletes who are striving to make their dreams a reality in the worlds of sport, business, entrepreneurship and community.

Watch previous She’s Connected by AT&T episodes here.

For questions or assistance, please contact [email protected].

*By submitting your application, you are agreeing to participate in one (1) eight hour production day and one (1) branded event. If needed, travel will be provided to the winner. By agreeing to participate in a production day, you are agreeing to allow AT&T to use your name and likeness**, in addition to your small business' name and likeness. This content will be shared across social media and backed by paid promotional support.

**Please read the Rules and Regulations for more details on name and likeness.