$500
Youth Hustle Grant
Ages 17 and younger
1 grant recipient
Reynolds Hustle Grants
Our roots run deep.
Our dreams keep growing.
Introducing Reynolds Hustle Grants—a new way for our family to support the talent, ideas, and determination growing within our own branches. Whether you’re pursuing education, learning a trade, starting a business, creating something, or serving your community, a $500 grant could help you take your next step.
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Three branches. Room to grow.
One $500 grant is available in each category.
$500
Young Adult Hustle Grant
Ages 18–25
1 grant recipient
$500
Open Hustle Grant
Ages 26 and older
1 grant recipient
How it works
1. Apply
Tell us what you’re working on, what you’ve done so far, and how you would use $500.
2. Share
Up to four finalists in each category will be invited to give a three-minute live pitch at the reunion.
3. Grow
Grant recipients receive $500 and share a short progress update 30 days after the reunion.
Who can apply
- Applicants must be Reynolds descendants and be able to identify their family branch.
- You do not need to have the Reynolds last name.
- Finalists must attend the reunion and pitch live.
- Applicants under 18 need parent or guardian approval.
You don’t need a polished business plan or a professional presentation. Bring a clear idea, the steps you’ve taken, and a plan for how $500 would help.
Important dates
- Applications open
- Application deadline
- Finalists announced
- Live Pitch Showcase and Dinner
- Recipient progress updates due
Application availability follows America/Chicago time.
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A few family questions
What kinds of projects qualify?
Education, businesses, trades, careers, art, music, content creation, and community projects are all welcome.
How are recipients selected?
Judges consider the clarity of your idea, the steps you’ve taken, your spending plan, whether your next step is achievable, and how the grant would help you progress.
Do I have to pitch in person?
Yes. Selected finalists must attend the reunion and give a three-minute live pitch. Recorded pitches do not replace participation in person.
Does the family own part of my project?
No. Recipients retain ownership of their ideas and work.
Not applying? Encourage someone in your family branch to take their next step—and come cheer on our finalists at the reunion.