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 state 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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George & Cora Webster Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
AYAInvest AYA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies AYAInvest is the AYA Foundation's grant-making initiative dedicated to fueling the growth of Black-owned businesses and innovative startups across Colorado.	Not published	Varies
Social Business Match Program (SBMP) Venn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A Program-Related Investment (PRI) initiative designed to help social businesses access seed capital for growth.	Not published	Varies
G.I.F.T. Grant - $100,000 Tier Generating Income for Tomorrow · Foundation Not published · $100K The website indicates that two grant tiers are offered—$10,000 and $100,000—but detailed eligibility requirements, deadlines, and application requirements specific to the $100,000 tier were not provided in the extracted content.	Not published	$100K
Seeding Grants United Way of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · $60K Provide unrestricted, one-year investments to BIPOC-led organizations, representing a shift toward more equitable funding practices in philanthropy.	Not published	$60K
Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh: General Operating Support Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh program offers vital funding to nonprofit organizations dedicated to celebrating Black culture through arts and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $100K
Hollingsworth Funds Grant Hollingsworth Funds Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $500K The Hollingsworth Funds Grant aims to support nonprofit organizations in Greenville County that work towards removing systemic barriers based on race, place, and socioeconomic status.	Not published	$15K – $500K
Building Opportunities for Lasting Development (BOLD) Grant Program The City of Birmingham · State Not published · $50K – $150K The Building Opportunities for Lasting Development (BOLD) Grant Program, initiated by the City of Birmingham’s Department of Innovation and Economic Opportunity, invites innovative proposals for enhancing economic development.	Not published	$50K – $150K
ABC Dr. Richard Allen Williams Scholarship (Medical Students) Association of Black Cardiologists Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Association of Black Cardiologists' Dr. Richard Allen Williams Scholarship (ABC's first-ever scholarship, since 1984) supports medical students committed to serving underserved communities who demonstrate a clear interest in…	Not published	Varies
Denver Reparations Fund Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The Denver Reparations Fund, managed by the Denver Black Reparations Council, offers annual grants ranging from $2,500 to $7,500 to Black-led and Black-serving 501(c)(3) non-profits in Colorado.	Not published	$3K – $8K
Vanguard Accelerator Business Grants Center for Economic Inclusion · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K Accelerate growth of Latina and Black-, woman-owned businesses	Not published	$5K – $50K
Vanguard Accelerator Business Grant Center for Economic Inclusion · Foundation Not published · $5K Center for Economic Inclusion (St. Paul, MN) awards Vanguard Accelerator $5,000 business grants to 10 Latina- or Black-owned businesses in the Twin Cities ($50k pool). Registration currently closed; recurring cohort.	Not published	$5K
Visionaries for Change Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Visionaries for Change, a giving circle of the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, was established in 2019 by Black business and civic leaders in Hampton Roads.	Not published	Varies
EDSA Diversity Scholarships Grant Landscape Architecture Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The EDSA Diversity Scholarships support underrepresented students, including African American, Hispanic, and Native American individuals, pursuing landscape architecture education.	Not published	$5K
Small Business Workforce Accelerator Grant (RFP #24-01) Workforce Development Council Seattle-Ki · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K Support for small businesses through one of three eligible project types:	Not published	Up to $7K
Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship, offered by the Educational Foundation of Lake County, aims to empower minority students, especially African-Americans, to pursue law degrees.	Not published	Varies
Economic Justice Fund (EJF) Conncorp LLC · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Support for Black-owned businesses through grants.	Not published	Up to $10K
Robert B. Taylor Fund Grant San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert B. Taylor Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports students pursuing higher education in vocational fields or those seeking associate degrees.	Not published	Varies
Dream of Change Business Support Grant Wepower · Foundation Not published · $2K	Not published	$2K
Community Safety & Healing Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Louisville Corporate Depository Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Community Safety & Healing Fund Grant, initiated by the Community Foundation of Louisville, aims to combat community violence by supporting organizations focused on at-risk Black males aged 15-24 who are not in school or employed.	Not published	Up to $100K
The Louie F. Cox Scholarship Grant Middletown Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Louie F. Cox Scholarship, established by the Middletown Community Foundation, honors Mr. Louie Cox, an influential civil rights advocate.	Not published	Varies
RISE Program (14-week Entrepreneurial Training) African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Ensure emerging businesses have foundational knowledge and resources to start successfully, with focus on business development, marketing, branding, and network development.	Not published	Varies
New Commonwealth Fund- Phased Investments The New Commonwealth Racial Equity and Social Justice Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We seek to dismantle the systems of racism across the Commonwealth that have blocked Black, Latino, and Indigenous people, communities, and businesses from fully participating and limited our long-term prosperity.	Not published	Varies
San Antonio Area African American Community Fund Grant San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The San Antonio Area African American Community Fund Grant, supported by the San Antonio Area Foundation, aims to empower nonprofits that serve the African American community in Bexar County.	Not published	Up to $50K

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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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