Grants for Black Owned Businesses
Last updated October 14, 2026
Grantable tracks 104 active grants for black owned businesses in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 57 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.
- Grants tracked
- 104
- from 85 funders
- Median award
- $10K
- middle half $5,000–$75K
- Total listed funding
- $16.2M
- across 57 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 3
- 1 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| G.I.F.T. Grant - $10,000 Tier Generating Income for Tomorrow · Foundation ~January · $10K | |
| Together Fund (Local Business) – We Rise Together The Chicago Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies RFP: Together Fund (Local Business) – We Rise Together We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery is a coalition of public and private funders and communities accelerating equity in the Chicago region’s economic recovery so… | |
| School Bus Road Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Established over 50 years ago, our founders redefined local philanthropy, fostering connections around a shared sense of place and purpose. | |
| UBRC Program Grants County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Cleveland Black Futures Fund The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies In 2020, in the midst of a global pandemic, we bore witness to what is believed to be the largest civil rights movement in the history of the United States. | |
| GK Fund Grant Support Program GK Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K | |
| Critical Community Needs Fund Grant Poise Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The critical Community Needs Fund (CCNF) is presently not open to offer support. | |
| Unrestricted Grants Black Leaders Detroit · Foundation Not published · Varies Flexible grants awarded to selected organizations and entrepreneurs throughout the year. | |
| African-American Community Foundation - CJ McLin, Jr. Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The African-American Community Foundation - CJ McLin, Jr. Scholarship honors the legacy of C.J. McLin, Jr., a pivotal figure in Ohio's political landscape. | |
| Shyaam Bachman Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $2K – $2K The Shyaam Bachman Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, honors a dedicated science teacher and supports Black/African American males from the Greater Hartford area. | |
| Philadelphia Growth, Resiliency, Independence, Tenacity Fund (PHL GRIT Fund) Pennsylvania CDFI Network · Foundation Not published · $100M The PHL GRIT Fund is a $100 million program launched by the Greater Philadelphia Financial Services Leadership Coalition (GPFSLC), a coalition of approximately 30 financial institutions, the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia… | |
| COVID-19 Recovery Fund African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Provide recovery grants to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with particular focus on African American-owned businesses facing systemic barriers to capital access. | |
| Limited Competition: Biomedical Research Environment & Sponsored Programs Administration Development (BRE-SPAD) Program National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The Biomedical Research Environment & Sponsored Programs Administration Development (BRE-SPAD) Program supports resource-limited institutions to develop and strengthen their capacity to conduct rigorous and reproducible biomedical research. | |
| Small Business Investment Grant (RFP #23-02) Workforce Development Council Seattle-Ki · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K | |
| AWWA Scholarship Program - Mueller HBCU Scholarship Grant American Water Works Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The AWWA Scholarship Program, specifically the Mueller HBCU Scholarship, supports undergraduate students from historically black colleges and universities pursuing careers in the water sector. | |
| BEA Entrepreneurs Fund Black Economic Alliance · Foundation Not published · $50M The fund was created in response to documented disparities in venture capital access for Black entrepreneurs. | |
| Gail and Walter Gunn Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region is an independent, public charity established in September 1996 by a steering committee of local civic leaders to gather permanent funds to support our area. | |
| Empower! Black Futures Community Fund Grant Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Santa Fe Community Foundation inspires philanthropic generosity, strengthens nonprofits, and fosters positive change to build a more vibrant, healthy, and resilient region. | |
| Dr. Otis A. Jackson Scholarship Fund Youthbridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides scholarships to African-American high school seniors at St. Louis Public Schools who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university. | |
| J.L. Tillman Endowed Scholarship National African-American Insurance Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The NAAIA J. L. Tillman Scholarship was created to promote higher educational opportunities for African-American students interested in careers within the insurance industry. | |
| Opportunity Fund Grants Opportunity Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K – $20K The Opportunity Fund Grants support small to midsize arts organizations and initiatives promoting social and economic justice, primarily benefiting the Greater Pittsburgh community. | |
| Black in Jewelry Coalition (BIJC) - Young Titleholder Diversity Grant American Gem Society · Foundation Not published · $500 This grant was created through collaboration between the Black in Jewelry Coalition (BIJC) and the Young Titleholders' Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee to support diversity and inclusion within the American Gem Society community. | |
| Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Scholars Program Mercy Deliverance Ministries · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Henry, Trina, Laurianna Wash Family Scholarship Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues. |
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Grants for black owned businesses by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 3 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 1 <1%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 28 27%
- No deadline published
- 72 69%
Only 1 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most active grants for black owned businesses
- Association of Black Cardiologists Inc 3 active
- Center for Economic Inclusion 3 active
- Poise Foundation 3 active
- San Antonio Area Foundation 3 active
- Advantage Valley Inc 2 active
- African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Inc 2 active
85 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 104 active grants for black owned businesses (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 14, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 3 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About grants for black-owned businesses
Grants for Black-owned businesses address persistent funding gaps in Black entrepreneurship. From federal programs to corporate initiatives and foundation grants, a growing number of funders specifically support Black business owners — including dedicated programs for Black women founders — with non-dilutive capital, technical assistance, and growth funding.
Grants for Black-Owned Businesses by state
Browse grants for black-owned businesses available to organizations in 2 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for black owned businesses award?
Of the 104 grants for black owned businesses Grantable lists as of October 14, 2026, 57 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $75K. The largest is $7M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for black owned businesses?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Association of Black Cardiologists Inc (3), Center for Economic Inclusion (3), Poise Foundation (3), San Antonio Area Foundation (3), and Advantage Valley Inc (2). In all, 85 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for black owned businesses due?
Of 104 grants listed, 3 accept applications on a rolling basis, 1 have a published upcoming deadline, 28 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 72 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
Where can I find grants specifically for Black entrepreneurs?
Key sources include the SBA's 8(a) program, the Minority Business Development Agency, and programs like Hello Alice, Founders First Capital Partners, and the Fearless Fund. Corporate programs from Google for Startups, Target's Forward Founders, JPMorgan Chase's Advancing Black Pathways, and PayPal's Empowerment Grant also specifically target Black entrepreneurs.
Are there grants specifically for Black women business owners?
Yes. Several funders run programs exclusively for Black women entrepreneurs, including the Fearless Fund, Black Girl Ventures, the SoGal Black Founder Startup Grant, and Hello Alice partnerships. These programs recognize that Black women founders face compounded barriers to capital and provide grants ranging from a few thousand dollars to six-figure awards alongside mentorship and community.
How much funding is available for Black-owned businesses?
Amounts range widely. Micro-grants of $1,000-$10,000 are common from programs like the Amber Grant and National Black MBA Association. Mid-range grants of $10,000-$100,000 come from the Fearless Fund and corporate programs. Larger SBA and MBDA programs can provide significantly more in combination with technical assistance and mentoring.
Do Black-owned business grants require a business plan?
Most competitive grants require at least a basic business plan or proposal. Some micro-grants and startup competitions have simpler applications. SBDC and SCORE offices provide free business plan assistance. Many grant programs for Black entrepreneurs include mentoring and technical assistance to help strengthen applications.
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