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251 Grants for Entrepreneurs and Startups

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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Advance Diversity in the Fields of Entrepreneurship and Investments

Deadline: 10/16/26 LOI Date: 07/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in entrepreneurship and investments. Applicants must submit an expression of interest before applying. Funding is intended to empower a more diverse group of investors through five key areas: regional revi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201347

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for activities and programs that benefit local residents in eligible regions. Focus areas include capacity building, capital projects, endowment building, community leadership, community betterment, and start-ups and ent...

GrantWatch ID#: 209822

Grants to Virginia For-Profits and Nonprofits to Strengthen Capacity

Deadline: 07/31/26

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

GrantWatch ID#: 212550

Opportunity for USA Businesses to Compete for Prizes and In-Kind Support

Deadline: 07/31/26

Opportunity for USA small businesses and entrepreneurs to compete for prizes, in-kind support, and media exposure. In addition to a cash grant, the winners will receive a free device, a year of communication services, and will be featured in an episode of a conten...

GrantWatch ID#: 215176

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits and For-Profits for Business Development and Expansion

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Virginia nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible regions for business development and expansion activities. Eligible uses of funds include purchasing furniture and fixtures, hiring accounts and other necessary consultants, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229328

Opportunity for Missouri Technology Startups to Participate in an Investment Program

Deadline: 08/04/26

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, healthcare, financial technology, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 206639

Grants to Alaska Individuals with Disabilities to Acquire, Open, or Expand Small Businesses

Deadline: 09/16/26 Conference Date: 08/05/26

Grants of up to $12,000 to assist and encourage Alaska individuals with disabilities to engage in new business ventures and expansion opportunities. Applicants must attend an orientation session prior to applying. Funding is intended to help people with disabiliti...

GrantWatch ID#: 176762

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico Individuals to Participate in a Business Development Progr...

Deadline: 08/06/26

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico individuals 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 and...

GrantWatch ID#: 189488

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 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 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 and In-Kind Support to North Carolina Startups for Business Development

Deadline: 08/24/26

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind support to North Carolina early-stage companies for business development assistance. Funding is intended to help startups advance their companies, reduce risks, gain customers, and attract future investment. In addition to grant funds...

GrantWatch ID#: 145633

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

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

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 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 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 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 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

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 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 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 Hawaii Nonprofits to Improve the Lives of Women and Girls

Deadline: 09/30/26

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 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

Competition for USA and Canada Mom Entrepreneurs to Help Grow Their Businesses

Deadline: 09/30/26

Competition for USA and Canada mom entrepreneurs to help grow their businesses. The purpose of the program is to encourage and support women who own their own businesses as they endeavor to balance motherhood and work. Eligible applicants include first-time expect...

GrantWatch ID#: 209032

Grants to New York Female Entrepreneurs for Business Development Assistance

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York female entrepreneurs in eligible locations to promote success and business development. Funding is intended to help women company owners thrive and grow their businesses. Eligible businesses are at least 51% women-owned and are l...

GrantWatch ID#: 210627

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Activities that Address Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for activities that address the needs of local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of empowerment and health and wellbeing. The program is currently availab...

GrantWatch ID#: 179346

Opportunity for Wisconsin Individuals in Eligible Locations to Participate in a Contest for Ne...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin individuals in eligible locations to participate in a contest for unique new products and business ideas. Winners will receive cash prizes or funding for business expenses. All applications are confidential and ideas remain the property o...

GrantWatch ID#: 192342

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Development Projects in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community development initiatives in eligible locations. Funding is intended for start-up projects, equipment purchases, and capital improvements. In general, grant requests ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 215876

Sponsorships to Texas Events Planners to Promote Community and Economic Development in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Sponsorships to Texas events planners to promote community and economic development in eligible regions. Focus areas include business finance programming, communications and marketing, community development, and entrepreneurship and innovation. Sponsorships are in...

GrantWatch ID#: 227783

Grants to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts Artists in Eligible Counties for Career Dev...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts individual artists and organizations in eligible counties to promote artistic advancement and the creation of new work in any arts discipline. Funding is intended to support both emerging artists a...

GrantWatch ID#: 172099

Grants to Idaho Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligib...

Deadline: 10/30/26

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 star...

GrantWatch ID#: 179824

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Benefit Women and Girls in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is for programs in the focus areas of safety from violence, health and wellness, and economic e...

GrantWatch ID#: 151024

Grants to Massachusetts Organizations to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 02/21/27

Grants to Massachusetts organizations to enhance the local quality of life in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support economic development and entrepreneurship, urban environment improvements, and efforts to reduce violence. Grants may be requested for spec...

GrantWatch ID#: 177677

Grants to North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado Nonprofits to Encourage Entrepreneurship

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado nonprofit organizations to encourage entrepreneurship. Funding is intended to establish or expand a steady income-producing effort that strengthens its long-term stability, while also creating avenues for work, lear...

GrantWatch ID#: 225275

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Early-Stage Jewelry Designers for Activities to Promote Busi...

Deadline: 05/01/27

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188787

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, School Districts, andIHES in Eligible Areas for Progr...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $10,000 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 s...

GrantWatch ID#: 192777

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit the Jewish community in eligible locations. Previous grant recipients must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of education...

GrantWatch ID#: 130770

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits for Education, Environment, Community Enrichment, and Entrepreneu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations, schools, and public municipalities for programs in education, the environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations that contribute to and positively impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 152127

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Public Entities for Civic and Economic Development in El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and public entities, including libraries and schools in eligible locations to increase entrepreneurship, enhance civic infrastructure, and attract talent to the region. The Foundation seeks collaboration among people ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156261

Opportunity for Upstate New York Start-Ups to Participate in an Entrepreneurial Program and Qu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for New York start-up companies in eligible regions to participate in a business development program, qualify for funding, and receive in-kind mentoring and business development consulting services. Applicants are required to prequalify prior to submit...

GrantWatch ID#: 158761