204 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Opportunity for USA health-related start-up companies to participate in a business development program in Alabama. The opportunity is intended to connect innovative health tech startups with the capital, mentoring, and connections they need to build and grow their busi...

Opportunity for Michigan Black and Latina female entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. In addition to $5,000 in start-up funding, participants will receive a deeper understanding of their customers, growth marketing strat...

Opportunity for Nevada start-up companies in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will receive coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to investors, and support a...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations, municipalities and public agencies, and school districts to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects, capacity-building efforts, and start-up ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations to foster economic self-sufficiency in underserved communities. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of education, scholarship, entrepreneurship, career development, and health. Projects must be inclu...

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in communities in the funding source's service area. Areas of focus include affordable housing, economic...

Opportunity for USA high school students to participate in a competition for innovative product or business development ideas. Winners receive up to $1,500 in funds to start or expand a business or to develop a product. Funding is intended to encourage and support entr...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in eligible locations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and enviro...

Award to a USA early-stage startup founded by BIPOC or female individuals to help scale the business. Startups that are technologically innovative are particularly encouraged to apply. The winner will receive mentorship, networking opportunities, an investment, and oth...

Grants of up to $3,000 and in-kind support to Ontario young people in eligible locations to promote business development. Applicants must take an eligibility quiz and be in contact with staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs launch a summer ...

Grants to Illinois industrial and commercial business and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for improvements to building exteriors, interiors, mechanical systems, and most other permanent building improvements. ...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of human services, entrepreneurship, housing, economic and workforce development, healthcare access, and abuse prevention. El...

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact fa...

Grants and in-kind support to Washington BIPOC business owners and entrepreneurs to launch and expand businesses in eligible regions. The program is intended to generate wealth for businesses owned by BIPOC veterans and women. The goal of the grant program is to launch...

Grants to USA units of government, Tribes, nonprofit organizations, local development districts (LDDs), and IHEs in multiple states for large-scale, collaborative economic development projects. Applicants must contact program managers, submit a project summary, and com...

Grants of up to $2,000 to Virginia for-profit and non-profit organizations in eligible locations to promote business development and strengthen capacity. Applicants must complete a certification course before applying. Funding is intended to assist new and recently est...

Opportunity for Israel and International established tech startup companies to receive tailored support to scale up their businesses. Eligible startups must have an internationally applicable product and must not yet have an established presence in the UK. Winners will...

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that promote entrepreneurial innovation among youth, college students, and adults, as well as projects that benefit eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for ...

Grants of up to $25,000 and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a p...

Grants and in-kind support to USA early-stage jewelry designers for career-building activities. In addition to the cash grant, merchandise, feedback, and industry recognition will be given to emerging entrepreneurs who work primarily in silver. The purpose of the progr...

Opportunity for USA startup businesses to participate in a program to test or deploy innovative prototypes or services addressing climate change issues in Alaska. Funding is intended to assist early-stage companies seeking to secure initial customers. Companies must de...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Michigan nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, school districts, and institutions of higher education in eligible locations for programs that address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support...

Grants to Canada arts- and music-based nonprofit associations and for-profit companies to support events and productions. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to promote projects that increase the national and inte...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a business accelerator program. Successful applicants will receive in-kind support such as mentoring support services, consulting services, resources, networking opportunities, and more. The pu...

Grants of up to $2,500 to New Hampshire professional artists for career advancement opportunities. Funding is intended to encourage artists to participate in programs that will enhance their careers and bring their small businesses to the next level. The goal of the gr...

Grants of up to $30,000 to Washington emerging businesses and entrepreneurs for technology development projects. Funding is intended to increase access to advanced capabilities for testing, scaled prototyping, and demonstration. Applicants can apply for funding to deve...

Prizes and in-kind support to USA Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs to support business endeavors. Funding is intended to provide support and guidelines to businesses in one of the following categories: healthcare, media and entertainment, technology, consumer products ...

Grants of up to $2,500, grants of up to $5,000, and grants of up to $20,000 to Arizona arts organizations, schools, creative entrepreneurs, HOAs, and Individuals for arts programming. Applicants must attend an information session prior to applying. The purpose of fundi...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs to support scientific research and development that will lead to the commercialization of products, services, and processes. Funding is intended to provide researchers from all scientific and engine...

Opportunity for Missouri technology startups to participate in an investment program to facilitate business growth. Applicants are welcome from early-stage companies and entrepreneurs. Areas of focus include biomedical science, animal health, plant science, defense and...

Opportunity for USA individuals in eligible locations for business training, mentorship, and professional networking initiatives. The program is intended to help entrepreneurs launch or expand a business or a nonprofit organization. Participants will receive support an...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. Funding is intended to support programs that benefit women and minority and under-represented communities. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progr...

Opportunity for Wisconsin early-stage companies in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. Participants in the no-cost program receive coaching and mentorship, deals and perks, investor opportunities, and post-program support. The goal of t...

Grants and technical support to Florida county and municipal governments and regional planning councils to develop strategies to promote economic development in local communities. Funding is intended for community-driven public engagement and planning activities. Plann...

Opportunity for Louisiana nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible areas to participate in a professional development program. The opportunity is intended to support emerging entrepreneurs and nonprofits that address disparities within the focus areas of educ...

Grant of up to $25,000 to a Prince Edward Island entrepreneur for assistance in establishing a new business. Funding is intended to support the transformation of ideas into successful enterprises. The purpose of the program is to provide seed capital for creative busin...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and groups for training and workforce development within the tourism industry. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended...

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to foster economic mobility in eligible regions. Focus areas for funding include entrepreneurship and small business support, workforce education and workforce development, and workforce housing access. Funding must bene...

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota individuals and groups for grassroots community projects that enhance Tribal communities and promote culture in eligible locations. Funding is intended to build relationships with Indigenous communities, strengthen partnerships with ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. Eligible b...

Opportunity for Wyoming businesses from a wide range of industries to participate in a business development program. The program is intended for early-stage companies throughout the state. Successful applicants will participate in a seven-week program and receive mento...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a business development program located in Tel Aviv, Israel. Successful applicants will receive funding, business resources, networking opportunities, mentorship, and access to investment opport...

Opportunity for California start-up companies in eligible locations to participate in a program that promotes business growth and success. The program is intended to assist outstanding space tech teams that are struggling with issues related to civil, commercial, or mi...

Opportunity for Alabama emerging companies to participate in a business development program in eligible locations. The opportunity is intended for participation in a mentorship-based program that assists startups that focus on and address cutting-edge energy solutions....

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to enhance the lives of local residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support programs and projects within a wide variety of focus areas, including but not limited to, basic needs, arts and culture, housing, me...

Opportunity for USA and Canada mobility or sustainability-related startups to participate in an accelerator in Tennessee. In addition to $20,000 of funding, participants also receive mentorship, focused support, connections to important networks, specialized perks, and...

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations for economic development projects in the communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for projects that advance the local workforce and drive economic growth. Emphasis will be placed on pro...

Grants, loans, and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and businesses for activities that foster economic growth in eligible locations. Applicants should contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended...

Award to a Canada Indigenous individual or business with a majority Indigenous ownership to recognize leadership in business. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs that exhibit the following qualities: strong business leadership; exemplary safety and envir...