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251 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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251 grants found

Grants to Alberta Métis Entrepreneurs for a Start-Up or Small Business Expansion

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up $99,999 to Alberta Métis entrepreneurs for assistance in expanding a small business or funding a start-up. Funding is intended to support new and expanding business ventures with non-repayable grants. In order to receive this grant, funding must be a...

GrantWatch ID#: 158771

Fellowships to Kentucky Founders of High-Tech Companies to Accelerate Business in the Startup ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships to Kentucky founders of high-tech companies seeking to accelerate their business during the startup phase. This one-year, mentor-driven program offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to mentoring, access to resources, assistance with a...

GrantWatch ID#: 160738

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurial Enterprises ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161348

Grants to USA, Canada, and International For-Profits and Canada Nonprofits to Collaborate with...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canadian nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities on a research-based internship program. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve r...

GrantWatch ID#: 162825

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, For-Profits, Early-Stage Businesses, and IHEs for Bioscience...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, accredited colleges and universities, and for-profit start-ups to expedite bioscience innovation. The funding focuses on bioscience discoveries that can be introduced into commercial markets quickly in order to assist...

GrantWatch ID#: 164431

Opportunity for USA Veterans with Disabilities to Participate in a Program to Develop Business...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA post-9/11 veterans with service-related disabilities to participate in a program to develop skills and resources related to business management and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive training and mentoring as well as travel and lodging...

GrantWatch ID#: 164524

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to directly benefit young people and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and career r...

GrantWatch ID#: 165145

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects in focus areas including arts and literacy, health and huma...

GrantWatch ID#: 165416

Grants to Northwest Territories Qualifying Entities to Foster Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Northwest Territories businesses, entrepreneurs, Indigenous organizations, municipalities, and residents to foster economic development. Funding is available in the following categories: micro-business, entrepreneur support, community economic developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 166058

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofit Organizations and Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government entities for charitable programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that are consistent with the Foundation's mission, values, and vision, and strive to develop local leadership, entrep...

GrantWatch ID#: 173883

Grants to Ohio Urban Gardeners in Eligible Areas to Support For-Profit Food Ventures

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio individuals and organizations in eligible locations to support for-profit gardening ventures. Funding is intended to assist entrepreneurs in advancing the local food system so that residents have access to healthy, fresh, and afforda...

GrantWatch ID#: 176274

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec Nonprofits, Municipalities, Agencies, and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit organizations, public agencies, municipalities, and schools to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Applicants are required to consult with program staff prior to submitting a full proposal....

GrantWatch ID#: 180453

Opportunity for USA Family Members of Eligible Military Veterans to Participate in an Entrepre...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, i...

GrantWatch ID#: 181924

Grants and Fellowships to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Agricultural Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is t...

GrantWatch ID#: 183747

Grants to New York and Michigan Nonprofits for Programs to Improve the Quality of Life for Loc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York and Michigan nonprofit organizations for programs to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible counties. Requests are encouraged for innovative projects that address local needs and solve important community problems. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184810

Grants to New Brunswick Individuals, Nonprofits, and Businesses for Increased Market Access an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Brunswick individuals, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to participate in career growth activities. This initiative aims to help musicians access domestic and international markets and encourage professional development. Funding is intended fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 185455

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Projects to Improve Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for activities to benefit local communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Organizations located in select counties in Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, Wyoming,...

GrantWatch ID#: 187452

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Civic Engagement and Economic Development...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations and government entities for activities that strengthen and unify communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 189784

Grants to Wisconsin Agencies and Nonprofits to Support Local Start-Ups and Emerging Businesses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and Tribal entities to support local start-up companies and emerging businesses. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to provide inv...

GrantWatch ID#: 189796

Grants to Illinois, Florida, California, Minnesota, New York, and Pennsylvania Nonprofits and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants, loans, and investments to Illinois, Florida, California, Minnesota, New York, and Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations for impactful programs that promote the health and wellbeing of residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for ini...

GrantWatch ID#: 190404

Opportunity for Louisiana Small Businesses to Participate in a Business Growth and Sustainabil...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Louisiana small businesses to participate in a business development program. Participants will receive training, developmental assistance, and free assessments, as well as access to additional program benefits. The goal of the program is to encoura...

GrantWatch ID#: 190671

Grants to USA Entrepreneurs to Support Recovery After Natural Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $2,000 to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support recovery after a natural disaster. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs who have faced business interruptions due to an unforeseen environmental event, such as a wildfire or hurricane. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195041

Opportunity for USA Black Business Owners to Participate in a Business Accelerator

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA qualifying Black small business owners to participate in a business accelerator. The purpose of the program is to help foster entrepreneurial growth for Black business owners and facilitate their success as sellers. Successful applicants have t...

GrantWatch ID#: 196901

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs, Engineers, Scientists, and Artis...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials....

GrantWatch ID#: 196927

Grants to Ontario New Businesses to Foster Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario new businesses to foster economic development in local communities in eligible regions. Funding may be used for capital expenses, training costs, marketing, and investments in information and communications technology. Eligible applicants are tho...

GrantWatch ID#: 197492

Grants to Michigan Organizations and Individuals for Programs that Benefit the Community in El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan organizations and individuals for programs that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to address the areas of education, the environment, economic development, and building healthy communities. Eligible applicants are lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 199658

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to Maryland Tech Companies for Start-Up Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Maryland emerging companies for start-up assistance. Funding is intended to invest in new, pre-seed technology businesses that have been started by economically underserved founders and communities. Funded companies are also provided ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200305

Grants to Maryland Tech Start-Ups for Business Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland start-up companies for business development assistance. Funding is intended to contribute to the professional success of early-stage technology, IT, cybersecurity, and health-based companies. The goal of the grant program is to invest in compani...

GrantWatch ID#: 200306

Grants to Maryland Tech Entrepreneurs to Promote Business Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland technology start-ups and entrepreneurs to promote business development. Funding is intended to establish partnerships with individuals and to help them build successful and sustainable companies. The goal of the program is to assist the next gen...

GrantWatch ID#: 200307

Grants and In-Kind Support to Maryland Start-Ups in Eligible Areas to Achieve Professional Suc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $25,000 and in-kind support to Maryland small technology start-ups in eligible locations for capacity building assistance. The program offers professional, ongoing mentoring and targeted projects to help emerging companies succeed. The initiative assists...

GrantWatch ID#: 200308

Grants to Illinois Property and Business Owners, Tenants, Nonprofit and Private Developers, an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois property owners, tenants, business owners, nonprofit and private developers, and religious organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for expenses related to acquisition, construction, and pre-development such ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200613

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico Small Business Owners to Participate in a Business Develop...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico small business owners to participate in a free business development program. The 12-week program is intended to provide participants with practical skills, networking, mentorship, and the development of a customized business pla...

GrantWatch ID#: 200771

Opportunity for USA Veterans to Participate in a Business Development Training Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA veterans to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost to themselves, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person resid...

GrantWatch ID#: 201071

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs that Benefit Low-Income Fam...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofits in eligible locations for programs and projects that address the needs of underserved populations. Funding is intended to assist low-income residents in achieving economic security through workforce training, education, entrepreneur...

GrantWatch ID#: 202354

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, Agencies, and Businesses in Multiple Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and businesses for business expansion projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203747

Grants to New Hampshire Small and Emerging Businesses for Start-Up and Expansion Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Hampshire small and emerging businesses in eligible locations for company development activities. Funding is intended to implement the next phase of a for-profit's business plan, thereby creating a gradual pathway to business expansio...

GrantWatch ID#: 204276

Grants to New Hampshire For-Profits and Entrepreneurs for Business Development and Start-Up Su...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to New Hampshire for-profit companies and individual entrepreneurs in eligible locations for business development assistance and start-up support. Funding is intended to offer local businesses a range of services, resources, and training opp...

GrantWatch ID#: 204288

Grants to California Small Businesses and Nonprofits to Improve Facility Accessibility

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to California small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to improve accessibility. Funding is intended for specialist inspections as well as the purchase of equipment, fixtures, and certain accessible furniture. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 204697

Grants to Kansas Small Businesses for Business Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Kansas small businesses in eligible locations to promote business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for business development opportunities that include equipment purchases, repairs, and marketing efforts. The grant targets tradit...

GrantWatch ID#: 205094

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, IHEs, and Small Businesses for Projects Related to Clean E...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and institutions of higher education for projects related to clean energy technologies. Funding is intended to assist academic researchers and companies that are seeking additional funding for clea...

GrantWatch ID#: 205148

Grants to Arkansas Small Businesses and Startups in Eligible Areas for General Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Arkansas small businesses and startups in eligible areas for general support. Qualified applicants have been in business for at least a year. Applicants must demonstrate their plans for funding and describe how they will meet their objectives if they do ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205483

Grants to Maryland For-Profits to Assist with Relocation to Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland businesses to assist with relocation to eligible locations. Funding is intended to help businesses with rental costs in exchange for relocating to a specific region. The goal of the funding program is to promote the development of expanding and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206115

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Start-Ups Led by Military Veterans for Assistance in Busines...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA start-up business ventures led by military veterans. The purpose of this program is to help veteran entrepreneurs successfully build their businesses. In addition to funding, businesses will receive support in strategic planning, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206648

Grants to Virginia Organizations That Provide Services for Entrepreneurs in Eligible Industrie...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia organizations that provide services for entrepreneurs in eligible industries for general support. Funding is intended to benefit organizations that work with science and technology startups. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to labor...

GrantWatch ID#: 207089

Opportunity for Michigan Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Mentorship and Business Development...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Michigan entrepreneurs to participate in a mentorship and business development program. The ten-week program is intended to support people starting or growing a small business. The program combines coaching, online learning, and access to a profess...

GrantWatch ID#: 207126

In-Kind Support to Michigan Entrepreneurs and Businesses that Support Their Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Michigan entrepreneurs and businesses in eligible regions that support their local communities. Successful applicants will have use of equipment and space to temporarily display and sell their wares at a local sports event. Vendors can make thei...

GrantWatch ID#: 207161

Opportunity for Michigan Small Food Businesses to Receive Access to Business Development Tools

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Michigan small food businesses in eligible regions to receive access to business development tools. Successful applicants will receive access to a kitchen space, monetary support, coaching, marketing assistance, and funding. Eligible applicants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 207324

Grants to California Small Businesses and Nonprofits to Support Repairs and Other Expenses Nec...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to California small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to offset costs related to vandalism and crime-related damages. Funding is intended to support expenses incurred by storefront repairs, and may also be used for boardin...

GrantWatch ID#: 208194

Opportunity for USA Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners to Participate in a Professional D...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small business owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208319

Grants to Connecticut Small Businesses for Business Development Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut small businesses for business development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that increase capacity and jobs. Eligible uses of funds include support services, equipment, inventory, and payroll. Bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 209308