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 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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North Star Black Cooperative Fellowship Grant Nexus Community Partners · Foundation Not published · $1K The North Star Black Cooperative Fellowship aims to empower Black-led cooperatives by reconnecting them with their historical roots in cooperative economics.	Not published	$1K
Benjamin Banneker Scholarship for Black Watchmaking Students Horological Society of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K A scholarship for Black watchmaking students offered by the Horological Society of New York (HSNY).	Not published	Up to $5K
Flagstar Bank's Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Grant Indiana Black Expo Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $175K This grant program provides working capital grants to small businesses and entrepreneurs who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) in Flagstar Bank's market areas. The program distributed $175,000 via thirty-five $5,000 grants.	Not published	$5K – $175K
ABC Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Fellowship Support Award Association of Black Cardiologists Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The ABC Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Fellowship Support Award (made possible by Johnson & Johnson MedTech) awards two $50,000 fellowship support awards to cardiology trainees pursuing advanced subspecialty training in cardiac…	Not published	$50K
Grants for Everyone County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program available to underrepresented businesses. Participants must successfully complete one of the organization's free business development courses to be eligible for a grant award.	Not published	Varies
Fox Family Kalb Foundation Grants Fox Family Kalb Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Fox Family Kalb Foundation Grants empower innovative nonprofits to enhance social change, focusing on Economic Mobility, Educational Equity, Social Justice Advocacy, and Health & Wellness Support.	Not published	Up to $25K
Black Philanthropy Initiative Grants Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through strategic grantmaking, the funds of ACF's Black Philanthropy Initiative support nonprofit organizations that serve African Americans.	Not published	Varies
Texas Rural African-American Heritage Grants Program Preservation Texas Inc · Foundation Not published · $35K – $75K The largest African-American-focused historic preservation grants program in Texas history, designed to support endangered Rural African-American Heritage sites, particularly Freedom Colonies and their institutional buildings.	Not published	$35K – $75K
Black Economic Alliance Entrepreneurs Fund (BEA Entrepreneurs Fund) Black Economic Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50M	Not published	$50M
2026 Scholarship Program Executive Leadership Council · Foundation Not published · $2.8M	Not published	$2.8M
Northside Real Estate Developer Grants The Jay and Rose Phillips Family · Foundation Not published · Varies Phillips Foundation to award grants to Black real estate developers in North Minneapolis The Northside Commercial Real Estate Advisory Committee of the Jay and Rose Phillips Family Foundation of Minnesota is pleased to announce that it…	Not published	Varies
ELEVATE TOGETHER United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies A nonprofit initiative designed to address systemic discrimination and historical racial disparities in business growth and profitability in Black and Hispanic communities.	Not published	Varies
African American Legacy Fund Grants Community Foundation for Southern Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies Limited information available from source material. Contact CFSA for detailed program information.	Not published	Varies
LeCount R. Davis, CFP® Endowed Scholarship Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Created to support the next generation of diverse CFP® professionals. Named after LeCount R. Davis, CFP®, celebrated as a pioneer in the profession.	Not published	Up to $5K
COVID-19 Small Business Relief Fund Kindred Futures Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K Ensure that Black businesses have equitable access to COVID-19 resources; supplement community efforts; advocate for resources needed by small business and nonprofit community; share resources and new information as available.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Rappahannock Industrial Academy Alumni Association 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.	Not published	$2K
Business Certification Program Advantage Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Advantage Valley has launched a program to help entrepreneurs obtain the business certification needed to grow their company.	Not published	Varies
ABC/J&J MedTech Scholarship (Medical Students) Association of Black Cardiologists Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ABC/J&J MedTech Scholarship (established 2022 with Johnson & Johnson MedTech) adds ten annual awards for medical students, part of ABC's total medical-student scholarship program of fifteen awards and $125,000/year.	Not published	Varies
Lift ME - All-Black Business Accelerator (Saginaw County) Central Michigan University Research Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
DeCosta/Pinckney Scholarship Grant Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The DeCosta/Pinckney Scholarship, provided by the Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina, supports students pursuing careers in the building trades, particularly in historic restoration and preservation.	Not published	$1K
ArtsWave’s Circle Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K ArtsWave’s Circle Grants aim to promote and celebrate Black and African American arts experiences in the Cincinnati region.	Not published	Up to $10K
Vanguard Accelerator Forgivable Loans Center for Economic Inclusion · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K Provide access to forgivable loans to accelerate growth of Latina and Black-, woman-owned businesses	Not published	$25K – $250K
Urban Youth Action Grant Poise Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Urban Youth Action Grant, initiated by the Poise Foundation, offers funding to 501(c)(3) organizations that provide educational and enrichment services specifically for Black middle and high school students.	Not published	Up to $10K
POISE Community Impact Grants Poise Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The POISE Community Impact Grants, offered by the Poise Foundation, aim to support Black-led nonprofit organizations in the Pittsburgh Region.	Not published	$1K – $5K

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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.

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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