Time is running out to apply for Arch Grants‘ annual Global Business Plan Competition, a startup competition that awards $50,000 grants to startups located in St. Louis or those willing to relocate there. Last year the nonprofit gave away $1.2 million in grants to 22 startups. Participating companies also have the opportunity to receive one of two additional $100,000 grants. Interested startups can apply online through Friday, Feb. 21. Second-round finalists will be notified by March 10. — Source: Arch Grants

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