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223 Grants for Entrepreneurs and Startups

Discover grants and opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. Funding is available for early-stage startups and innovations through mentoring, incubators, accelerators, seed funding, and business development programs designed to help grow and scale new businesses and entrepreneurial ventures.

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223 grants found

Opportunity for Texas Women Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/06/26

Opportunity for Texas women entrepreneurs in eligible regions to participate in a business development program. This program offers founders mentoring, training, networking, and access to software and other resources. The goal of the program is to help women busin...

GrantWatch ID#: 229902

Opportunity for Illinois Start-Ups to Compete in an Entrepreneurial Competition

Deadline: 08/09/26

Opportunity for Illinois early-stage for-profit companies and start-up entrepreneurs in eligible locations to present business plans and compete for cash prizes and in-kind support. The opportunity is intended to identify, promote, and reward outstanding entrepren...

GrantWatch ID#: 202397

Opportunity for West Virginia Start-Ups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/09/26

Opportunity for West Virginia early-stage companies to participate in a business development program. The program is a free, seven-week accelerator for start-up companies with local roots. This business program is industry-agnostic, with a slight preference given ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228466

Opportunity for Texas Startups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/10/26

Opportunity for Texas entrepreneurs and startup companies to participate in a business development program. The program is geared to companies in technology, manufacturing, healthcare, materials science, automation, aerospace, software, green energy, logistics, cy...

GrantWatch ID#: 209844

Awards to USA and Canada BIPOC Women for Entrepreneurship and Community Impact

Deadline: 08/11/26

Awards to USA and Canada entrepreneurs and business owners who are women of color. The purpose of the award program is to recognize outstanding accomplishments in the professional sector and contributions to community service. Applicants must identify as women of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222202

Opportunity for Indiana Businesses to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/12/26

Opportunity for Indiana small businesses in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. This educational opportunity includes a series of on-demand virtual training courses. The program supports and empowers local small businesses, restaur...

GrantWatch ID#: 221615

Grants to Kansas and Missouri Organizations for Capacity-Building Activities

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Kansas and Missouri organizations in eligible counties for capacity-building activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations that advance economic mobility in the region through three focus areas: career and workforce devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 216652

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Property Owners for Commercial Projects

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Illinois individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations for activities that increase revenue and promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended for commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing projects. Project costs shou...

GrantWatch ID#: 216373

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote and Advance American Indian Culture and Self-Sufficiency

Deadline: 08/15/26

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 ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514

Grants to Idaho Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve Residents' Quality of Life

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and public schools for a wide range of programs to improve the quality of life in communities throughout the state. Funding is intended to address community needs expressed by local r...

GrantWatch ID#: 180040

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Improve the Lives of Women and Girls

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to positively impact the lives of women and girls. Funding is intended to support a broad range of programs, with an emphasis on projects that advance the dignity and financial security of women and promote ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183169

Grants to Montana Women for Business Development and Educational Opportunities

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $3,500 to Montana women for business development and educational pursuits. Funding is intended to enable women to pursue educational opportunities and strengthen their businesses. The goal is to increase the number of female entrepreneurs in the st...

GrantWatch ID#: 214630

Grants to Ontario Charities, Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Institutions to Promote Financial...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities, nonprofit organizations, community organizations, municipalities, and public institutions for initiatives and projects that promote financial literacy and security in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support individu...

GrantWatch ID#: 218984

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Competition t...

Deadline: 08/16/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to participate in a competition for projects to strengthen and promote growth in Israel. Funding is intended for initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to agriculture, heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 222076

Opportunity for Alabama Start-Ups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/16/26

Opportunity for Alabama early-stage companies to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist emerging businesses in the forest industry. The goal is for program graduates to go on to participate in an investment accelerator or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225362

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 08/19/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/11/26 Conference Date: 08/21/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies 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, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173424

Opportunity for USA Veteran Business Owners to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/24/26

Opportunity for USA veteran business owners to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist veterans with successful reintegration into civilian life by providing them with coaching and tools in management, marketing, financial ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183494

Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Economic Development Projects

Deadline: 08/30/26

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 o...

GrantWatch ID#: 176256

Grant to a USA Woman Entrepreneur to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 08/30/26

Grant of $10,000 to a USA and territories woman entrepreneur to promote business development. Funding is intended to be used for operations, marketing, hiring, technology, hiring, inventory, and other costs that support growth. The purpose of this grant is to prov...

GrantWatch ID#: 221818

Opportunity for Texas Start-Ups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/30/26

Opportunity for Texas early-stage companies to participate in a business development program in eligible locations. Successful applicants will receive mentorship, business coaching, deals and perks, investment opportunities, and educational seminars. The goal is f...

GrantWatch ID#: 223826

Opportunity for International Entrepreneurs for Social and Environmental Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutions to...

GrantWatch ID#: 215166

Grants and In-Kind Support to Pennsylvania Entrepreneurs for Business Development Activities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of $2,000 and in-kind support to Pennsylvania entrepreneurs in eligible sectors for business development activities. In addition to funds, grantees will receive customized business planning consultation. Eligible business sectors include publishing, marketi...

GrantWatch ID#: 227449

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Community Developmen...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for community development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to advance economic mobility, strengthen community employment and housing, preserve the local ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177736

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Business Innovation and Community Benefit in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that promote entrepreneurial innovation and education in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for business-related activities and projects that benefit th...

GrantWatch ID#: 180458

Grants to New York City Individuals and Nonprofits to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to New York City women and women-led organizations for projects that benefit women and girls throughout the city. Funding is intended for grassroots projects that foster change in local communities and empower women and girls. Eligible projects are those t...

GrantWatch ID#: 221962

Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Community Residents in E...

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants to Mississippi nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit community residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities and initiatives in the focus areas of economic development, education, technology, and community welfare....

GrantWatch ID#: 224691

Donations and Sponsorships to Colorado, Illinois, and Iowa Nonprofits for Community Benefit

Deadline: 09/01/26

Donations and sponsorships of up to $5,000 to Colorado, Illinois, and Iowa nonprofit organizations for community benefit activities in regions served by the funding source. Focus areas include health and wellness, children and education, emergency response, entrep...

GrantWatch ID#: 228447

Grants to USA Minority Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Business Growth and Expansion

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA minority-owned early-stage businesses and minority entrepreneurs for business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for seed funding to pursue growth opportunities, cover essential expenses, and gain stability during challenging t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228639

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Travel Nonprofits for Global Community Enhancement

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International travel-related nonprofit organizations for projects to strengthen communities throughout the world. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of technology, education, and business development. The progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 229954

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Entrepreneurs for Business Initiatives in Eli...

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations and entrepreneurs for business initiatives in eligible locations. Eligible projects include building construction and renovation, equipment and supplies purchases, workforce development, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 225640

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Entities in Eligible Regions for Progr...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational entities in eligible regions for programs that address the needs of local residents. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of arts and culture, environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 158786

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools for Programs to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/24/26 LOI Date: 09/10/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and religious institutions for projects and programs to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Projects and programs mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 194822

Grants to Canada Arts and Music Nonprofits and For-Profits for Events and Productions

Deadline: 09/10/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 195297

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Environmental and Social Projects

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that focus on innovative approaches to complex social and environmental issues. From early-stage support to established organizatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 224340

Award to a USA Business Owner to Recognize Perseverance in Facing Business Challenges

Deadline: 09/12/26

Award to a USA business owner to recognize perseverance in facing business challenges. Particular focus is placed on businesses that demonstrate dedication to advancing business development in inner-city communities. The purpose of the Foundation is to support ent...

GrantWatch ID#: 228667

Opportunity for Alabama Health-Based Startups to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 09/13/26

Opportunity for Alabama early-stage health-focused companies to participate in a business development program. The opportunity offers emerging businesses individualized coaching and mentorship. The program's goal is that graduates will go on to participate in an i...

GrantWatch ID#: 221428

Grants to Ohio Individual Artists for Workforce Development Training

Deadline: 09/13/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ohio individual artists for workforce development training in eligible regions. Funding is intended for professional development expenses, including development courses on budgeting and leadership, as well as classes, workshops, and profe...

GrantWatch ID#: 227965

Fellowships to USA Professionals for Projects Addressing Environmental Issues

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of $10,000 to USA professionals for projects addressing environmental issues. Project examples include, but are not limited to organization and partnerships, research and publications, and advocacy and communication. Projects should address one of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195630

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Entrepreneurs From Underserved Communities for Professional ...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs from underserved communities for professional development and business assistance. Funding is intended to support individuals in financial need, who are actively making a social impact. In addition to a cas...

GrantWatch ID#: 210496

Opportunity for Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas Businesses in Eligible Reg...

Deadline: 09/20/26

Opportunity for Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas businesses in eligible regions to participate in a business development program. Participants in the program receive coaching and mentorship, deals and perks, investor opportunities, and post-prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 212604

Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240

Grants, Loans, and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Businesses for E...

Deadline: 09/23/26

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 int...

GrantWatch ID#: 190907

Grants to Texas Women Small Business Owners for Projects that Promote Business Growth

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of $5,000 to Texas women-owned businesses for innovative projects that promote early-stage business development. Funding is intended to support new initiatives that contribute to the growth and success of the business. Funds may be used for purposes that in...

GrantWatch ID#: 211047

Grants to Israel Corporations to Invest in Startup Companies

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Israel corporations to invest in startup companies. Funding is intended for investments in companies at the pre-seed and seed funding stages, with the goals of expanding the number of investments in Israeli technology companies. In addition to grant fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 230120

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Local Economic and Workforce Developm...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and Tribes for local workforce and economic development initiatives that benefit eligible counties. Focus areas include housing, entrepreneurship, mentoring and internship program...

GrantWatch ID#: 219237

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA IHEs to Assist Students in the Development of Technological...

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants 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 positive impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 181079

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Projects to Benefit Yo...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in eligible communities for youth programs related to the focus areas of education and youth, and well-being and fitness. Eligible organizations must be based in or ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 166218

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Schools for Youth Educational Programs in Entrepreneurship a...

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations and public schools for youth educational programs in entrepreneurship and philanthropy in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. The purpose of the funding is to hel...

GrantWatch ID#: 182468

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, 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 famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824