Jobber Grants Program Rules
(the "Official Rules")
February 19, 2026
1. Overview
Overview. Octopusapp Inc. operating as Jobber (“Jobber”) wants to challenge aspiring and experienced business owners alike by encouraging them to apply for the “Jobber Grants” program (the “Program”). Applicants will be invited to participate in a three-phase application process:
Phase One – an introductory survey
Phase Two – a detailed questionnaire
Phase Three – application scoring and a phone and/or video interview with finalists (each a “Phase” and together the “Phases”).
Applicants must be members of the Home Service Community Forum at the time of their Phase One submission. Applications from non-members will not be considered.Nine (9) selected applicants who meet the eligibility requirements set out herein, as determined by Jobber in its discretion, will receive a monetary grant as described in Section 7 below, as well as the chance to be featured on the Jobber website, www.getjobber.com, and on the Program website, https://getjobber.com/grants (the “Program Website”), social media channels and in various media including videos, podcasts, photographs, printed materials and articles.In addition, the grant recipients will be invited to attend an exclusive in-person Jobber Grants retreat (the “Retreat”), as further described in Section 6 below.
2. Key Dates
Phase One of the Program will be open to submissions at 8:00 a.m. Mountain Time (MT) on March 4, 2026, and will close at 5:59 p.m. MT on June 11, 2026. Applicants can visit the Program Website to enter and submit their Phase One survey. Applicants may also complete and submit the Phase One survey through select digital advertisements. Unless the Phase One submission period is extended by Jobber, in Jobber’s sole discretion, through a published update to these Official Rules, no entries will be accepted after 5:59 p.m. MT on June 11, 2026.
Phase Two of the Program will occur between approximately 7:00 a.m. MT on June 17, 2026 to 5:59 p.m. MT on June 24, 2026. Eligible applicants will receive an email from Jobber with the detailed questionnaire or application on June 17, 2026 and have until 5:59 p.m. MT on June 24, 2026 to complete the questionnaire or application, as applicable.
Phase Three of the Program will occur between 12:00 a.m. MT on July 6, 2026 to 11:59 p.m. MT on July 17, 2026.
In the event that Jobber extends the Phase One submission period, the dates for Phases Two and Three will be updated accordingly. Therefore, prior to making any submissions please regularly check and review any revised version of these Official Rules, the most current version of which will be available on the Program Website, https://getjobber.com/grants, and as indicated by the Last Updated date above.At the end of each Phase, a judging panel convened by Jobber will select the applicants who will proceed to the next Phase. After completion of Phase Three, the panel will make its determination about the winning entries on or about July 20, 2026 and Jobber will attempt to notify the recipients by phone, email, or video call by July 31, 2026.
3. Eligibility
The Program is open to residents of the United States of America and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are over the age of eighteen (18) as of March 4, 2026 and who comply with the entry procedures described in these Official Rules. Only entries submitted by those applicants who have registered through the Program Website will be accepted. Applicants must be active members of the Home Service Community Forum at the time of their Phase One submission. Their membership must be in good standing, which includes applicants’ adherence to the Community Guidelines as outlined in the Home Service Community Forum. Employees, officers, directors, agents, and representatives of Jobber, their parent and affiliated companies, the Program prize suppliers, the Program judges (if applicable), and any and all other companies associated with the Program, as well as those with whom the foregoing individuals reside, are not eligible to enter this Program. The Program is NOT open to employees of Jobber, or any of their respective affiliated companies, advertising or promotional agencies, or anyone domiciled with any such employee. NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY.
4. Submission of Entries
Each applicant may submit only one (1) entry to the Program on that applicant's behalf or on behalf of a named business for which applicant is entering the Program. Applicants must also submit their name, phone number, email address, and home address (including postal code), along with the name of the applicant’s business. By submitting an entry to the Program, each applicant agrees to be bound by the terms of these Official Rules. An entry may be rejected if it does not contain all of the required information described in this Section or if the entry does not comply with the requirements set forth in these Official Rules.
5. Conduct
Applicants, grant recipients, and their employees and representatives shall at all times conduct themselves with regard for public decency and compliance with applicable laws and shall not commit an act or do anything that brings themselves or Jobber into public disrepute, scandal or ridicule or which insults or offends the community or which injures the success of Jobber or its products or services. Without limiting the foregoing, applicants and grant recipients must comply with the Home Service Community Forum Guidelines for so long as they are members of the Home Service Community. Violations of these guidelines, including but not limited to disrespectful behavior or conduct deemed inappropriate by Jobber, may result in disqualification from the Program. At the time of any such acts or at any time after Jobber learns of such acts Jobber shall have the right, in addition to any equitable or legal remedies, including injunctive relief, to immediately terminate applicant or grant recipient's participation in the Program and revoke applicant or grant recipient's eligibility immediately and rescind or refuse to award any grants as determined in Jobber's absolute discretion. Jobber may seek financial remedies or indemnification related to the offending conduct. Without limiting the foregoing, Jobber reserves the right to revoke a grant or Retreat invitation if a recipient engages in conduct that, in Jobber’s sole judgment, materially harms or threatens to harm Jobber’s brand, reputation, or public goodwill.
6. Grant Awards.
(a) Grant Amounts.
Nine (9) grants will be awarded in 2026, totaling up to USD $250,000 in aggregate, allocated as follows:
One (1) grant of up to USD $100,000
One (1) grant of up to USD $50,000
Two (2) grants of up to USD $25,000 each
Five (5) grants of up to USD $10,000 each
Jobber has the right to substitute grants of equal or greater value or add additional grants to the Program. All federal, provincial, state, local or other taxes that may apply due to the receipt of a grant are the sole responsibility of the individual or company who receives that grant. No more than the advertised number of grants will be awarded and no more than USD$250,000.00 will be paid in aggregate to the winning applicants unless otherwise expressly stated by Jobber in writing. Grant recipients will be required to provide copies of government-issued picture identification (such as a driver’s license or passport) to verify identity and validate their compliance with the age requirements of the Program, as well as tax ID information, social security or social insurance numbers, and completed affidavits to allow Jobber to (among other things) use recipient names, images, statements, and other relevant information for social media and publicity of Jobber Grants.
(b) Use of Funds
Grant funds must be used substantially in accordance with the spending plan submitted in the recipient's application, and must be directed toward legitimate business growth, operational improvement, marketing, expansion, equipment, staffing, or other business-enhancing initiatives, subject to reasonable business adjustments. Grant funds may not be used for unlawful purposes, personal expenses unrelated to the business, political contributions, purely charitable or philanthropic donations that do not directly relate to and support the recipient's business strategy or growth objectives, or activities that may materially harm Jobber's reputation or brand. Jobber reserves the right to request reasonable confirmation that funds have been used in accordance with these Official Rules.
(c) Revocation or Recovery.
If Jobber determines, in its sole discretion, that a grant was obtained through material misrepresentation or that funds have been materially misused in violation of these Official Rules, Jobber reserves the right to revoke the grant and/or require repayment of some or all funds, to the extent permitted by law. Jobber's determination shall be made acting reasonably and based on documented material misrepresentation or material misuse of funds. For greater certainty, use of funds for any prohibited purpose listed in Section 6(b) shall constitute material misuse.
(d) Business Standing
Grant recipients will be required to represent and warrant that their business is duly organized, legally registered, and in good standing under applicable laws at the time of award and is not subject to active bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings.
(e) Retreat Invitation and Terms.
Each grant recipient will also be invited to attend an exclusive Jobber Grants Retreat,
(i) Retreat Overview
The Retreat will be held in a United States city in or around September or October 2026, with date and location to be confirmed and communicated to grant recipients by Jobber on or around the date on which the grants are awarded.
The Retreat is designed to support operational excellence, business growth, leadership development, and community connection among grant recipients.Each selected grant recipient business is entitled to one (1) complimentary Retreat seat for a principal owner of the business, defined as an individual who holds a direct ownership interest in and actively participates in the management of the business. The Retreat invitation is limited to one individual per grant recipient business, is non-transferable, and may not be assigned to any employee, contractor, advisor, or other representative. Any additional attendees may attend only with the prior written approval of Jobber.
Jobber reserves the right to determine, in its sole discretion:
Retreat location
Dates
Duration
Agenda and programming
Speakers and activities
Filming and promotional components
All details not expressly stated herein are at Jobber's sole discretion.
(ii) Retreat Travel and Covered Expenses
Subject to compliance with these Official Rules, Jobber will cover the following Retreat-related expenses for each grant recipient, up to a maximum value determined by Jobber:
Round-trip economy airfare from a major airport nearest the grant recipient's primary residence to the Retreat city
Hotel accommodations for up to two (2) nights at a hotel selected by Jobber
Ground transportation between airport and hotel (if arranged by Jobber)
A per diem meal stipend in an amount determined by Jobber in its sole discretion
Unless grant recipients are advised otherwise by Jobber, travel arrangements will be booked and paid directly by Jobber or its designated travel provider. Jobber will provide further instructions and details to the grant recipients.
Grant recipients are solely responsible for all other expenses and logistics, including without limitation:
Passport or visa costs
Travel upgrades
Additional nights of accommodation
Incidental expenses (including minibar, room service, in-room purchases)
Any costs exceeding the maximum allocated travel budget
No cash alternative or reimbursement will be provided for unused portions of Retreat benefits.
Actual value of Retreat expenses may vary depending on the departure city and travel costs. No difference between the maximum stated value and actual cost will be awarded.
The approximate retail value of the Retreat component will be determined by Jobber in its sole discretion and may be reported for tax purposes as required by applicable law.
(iii) Non-Transferability and Forfeiture.
The Retreat invitation is:
non-transferable, not redeemable for cash, and not assignable to business partners, employees, family members, or other representatives.
If a grant recipient is unable or unwilling to attend the Retreat for any reason, that portion of the prize will be forfeited in its entirety. No substitution, alternate experience, or additional compensation will be provided.
(iv) Travel Documentation and Border Responsibility.
Grant recipients are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining valid passports, visas, travel authorizations, and any other documentation required for travel to the United States.
Jobber is not responsible if a grant recipient is unable to attend the Retreat, including without limitation if recipient:
is denied entry at the border
fails to obtain required documentation
is unable to travel due to legal or other restrictions
is subject to any travel limitations
If a grant recipient is unable to attend the Retreat for any reason, the Retreat portion of the prize will be forfeited.
(v) Assumption of Risk and Release - Retreat.
Participation in the Retreat is voluntary. Each grant recipient acknowledges and agrees that attendance involves travel and participation in activities that carry inherent risks.
Jobber may require that each grant recipient execute additional waivers or releases prior to attending the Retreat. Failure to execute such documentation may result in forfeiture of the Retreat component.
(vi) Retreat Modification or Cancellation.
Jobber reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify, postpone, relocate, or cancel the Retreat at any time due to public health concerns, government restrictions, force majeure events, safety considerations, insufficient participation, or any other circumstances beyond Jobber's reasonable control.
In the event of cancellation, Jobber may, but is not obligated to, provide a substitute experience or benefit of comparable value.
In the event of modification, postponement, relocation, or cancellation of the Retreat, Jobber shall not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by a grant recipient other than those expressly agreed to in writing by Jobber. Jobber shall have no obligation to provide any cash alternative, substitute benefit, or additional compensation in connection with any modification or cancellation of the Retreat.
(vii) Third-Party Service Providers.
Jobber is not responsible for the acts, omissions, or services of any third-party providers involved in the Retreat, including without limitation airlines, hotels, ground transportation providers, venues, caterers, or other event vendors. All travel and accommodations are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable third-party providers.
7. Method of Selecting Grant recipients.
Once an applicant has completed and submitted the Phase One online entry form, the applicant will receive an automated confirmation that their entry has been received. If applicant qualifies as determined by Jobber in its discretion based on applicant’s Phase One entry, applicant may, in Jobber’s discretion, receive an additional invitation on or around the Phase Two start date to submit a questionnaire or application for Phase Two. If applicant qualifies as determined by Jobber in its discretion based on applicant’s Phase Two entry, applicant may, in Jobber’s discretion, receive an additional invitation on or around the Phase Three start date to undergo an interview for Phase Three.
The Program supports the blue collar sector specifically, and Jobber will only select “blue collar businesses” (also referred to as “home service businesses”) as grant recipients. A blue collar business provides one-time or recurring installation, repair, maintenance, or mobile services to clients at residential or commercial properties.
Examples include, but are not limited to: landscaping, residential and commercial cleaning, contracting, painting, HVAC, plumbing, pool maintenance, and mobile car detailing.
Blue collar businesses do not include home-based or retail businesses that primarily provide or sell goods and services online, from home, or from brick-and-mortar locations. Such businesses are not eligible for the Program.
Applicants acknowledge that automated tools may be used for preliminary sorting or organization of applications; however, no applicant will be disqualified solely by automated decision-making without human review.
Submissions will be judged by a panel composed of representatives of Jobber. Judging is at the sole and absolute discretion of the judges, without right of appeal.
Judging Criteria & Weighting
Approximately 25% - Your business goals over the next year and how funding will be used to support them
Approximately 75% - Going above and beyond in one or more areas:
Keeping homes and offices safe and running
Helping hardworking people build meaningful careers
Striving for high standards in every area of your business
Giving back to the communities where they live and work
If an applicant who has qualified for a grant does not respond within ten (10) business days of Jobber’s initial attempt to contact that person, they will be disqualified and the next applicant as determined by the panel’s decision will qualify for the applicable grant. A similar process will be followed if any other grant recipient is disqualified. This process will continue until Jobber can successfully award the applicable grant or grants.
8. Limitation of Liability
BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS PROGRAM, EACH APPLICANT WHO REGISTERS ON THE PROGRAM WEBSITE, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, RELEASES AND HOLDS JOBBER AND ALL OF THE DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENTS OF JOBBER (HEREINAFTER THE “JOBBER INDEMNITEES”), HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL LOSSES, DAMAGES, RIGHTS, CLAIMS, ACTIONS OF ANY KIND IN CONNECTION WITH THE APPLICANT’S INVOLVEMENT IN THE PROGRAM AND/OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE APPLICANT’S SUBMISSION OF AN ENTRY, ACCEPTANCE, POSSESSION OR USE OF THE GRANTS, INCLUDING PARTICIPATION IN AND TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE RETREAT AS APPLICABLE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND ANY CLAIMS BASED ON PUBLICITY RIGHTS, DEFAMATION, DISPARAGEMENT, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFRINGEMENT OR MISAPPROPRIATION, OR INVASION OF PRIVACY. JOBBER MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE FUTURE PERFORMANCE, PROFITABILITY, OR SUCCESS OF ANY RECIPIENT’S BUSINESS AS A RESULT OF RECEIVING A GRANT.
9. Malfunctions
Jobber Indemnitees are, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, not responsible for: (i) any entries lost due to technical failures of any kind, including, but not limited to any malfunction, error, omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in the operation of any computer, telecommunications, network or Internet hardware or software, or any unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmission facility, telephone, telecommunications or Internet service; (ii) any unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or Program activities; (iii) any electronic or human error that may occur in the administration of the Program, the processing of entries, or the selection of the recipients; (iv) any injury or damage to persons or property, including, but not limited to an applicant’s computer hardware or software including, without limitation, any damage caused by any computer virus or worm, which may have been caused, directly or indirectly, by participation in the Program, (v) any incorrect or inaccurate information, whether caused by an applicant or by any of the equipment or programming associated with or utilized in the Program or by any technical or human error which may occur in the processing of submissions in the Program, (vi) any theft or destruction or unauthorized access to, or alteration of entries, or (vii) any personal injury or other loss or damage that may be incurred by an applicant or anyone else as a result of the receipt or use of any grant awarded in the Program. If, for any reason, the Program is not capable of running as planned by Jobber, including because of any infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures, or any other causes beyond the control of Jobber that corrupts or affects the administration, security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of the Program, Jobber reserves the right to terminate or modify the Program. Jobber, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to disqualify any person tampering with the entry or voting process, the operation of the Program website or who is otherwise in violation of the Official Rules. Jobber reserves the right to modify the Official Rules as Jobber deems necessary to conduct the Program in a secure, fair and proper manner as intended by Jobber. ANY ATTEMPT TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE THE PROGRAM WEBSITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE PROGRAM MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, JOBBER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
10. Privacy
Applicant information submitted as part of the registration process will be collected in accordance with Jobber’s privacy policy subject to any publicity rights granted by the winning applicants to Jobber. Applicants acknowledge that certain information submitted by them will be used as part of the Program and made publicly accessible, including on the Program website during the phases and by Jobber to identify the applicants.
11. Publicity
Except where prohibited, submitting a Program entry constitutes applicant’s consent to Jobber’s use of the applicant’s submission (including any intellectual property belonging to the applicant submitted with that entry) for the purposes of conducting this Program without further payment or consideration. Grant recipients will be required to sign an affidavit of eligibility and publicity release further granting Jobber the right to use the applicant’s name, image, likeness and biographical materials, as well as the applicant’s business name, logo and description for publicity and promotion purposes including without limitation online announcements without additional compensation, unless prohibited by law. Each applicant hereby grants Jobber an irrevocable, non-exclusive, paid-up, royalty-free, perpetual and worldwide license to reproduce any logos or images submitted by such applicant in any medium (whether now available or hereinafter developed) and to publish, distribute, transmit and otherwise exploit such reproductions in Jobber publications or for any other purposes associated with the Program. Jobber shall have the right to edit the size of digital images submitted by applicants as Jobber chooses for the foregoing permitted purposes.
12. Interim Reporting Requirement
Grant recipients agree to provide interim reports on the impact of the grant funds on their business, as may be further detailed in the applicable affidavit of eligibility and publicity release. Failure to provide timely and accurate interim reports as required by Jobber may result in the revocation of the grant award.
13. Governing Law
By submitting an entry to the Program website, each applicant accepts and agrees to be bound by these Official Rules. All decisions of Jobber with respect to any aspect of the Program and these Official Rules, including, without limitation, the eligibility of entries, the entries selected for each phase, and the recipients are final and binding on all applicants. The laws of the Province of Alberta, excluding its provisions on conflict of laws, shall govern this Program. Each entrant hereto irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Provincial and the Federal Courts in Edmonton, Alberta with respect to any matter arising hereunder or related hereto. These Official Rules state all of the terms and conditions governing the Program.