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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Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Building An Inclusive Economy Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Strategic Initiative Grants by the Winston-Salem Foundation aim to build an inclusive economy for Black communities in Forsyth County.	Not published	Varies
Super Bowl LVI Business Connect Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies A partnership between the National Football League and the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee designed to identify and prepare diverse local businesses to participate in procurement opportunities related to Super Bowl LVI at SoFi…	Not published	Varies
$10,000 NABPT & Academy Scholarship Collaboration Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy · Foundation Not published · $10K A diversity and inclusion initiative designed to award scholarships to increase diversity in the pelvic health profession and better meet the needs of diverse communities.	Not published	$10K
California Dream Fund Micro-Grants Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce received $1,000,000 in funding as part of the $35,000,000 California Dream Fund program to provide micro-grants to seed entrepreneurship and small business creation in underserved small business…	Not published	Up to $10K
Excellerator Fund Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies A community-driven grantmaking initiative that promotes equitable social and economic recovery in Chicago's Black and Mexican communities.	Not published	Varies
Black Founder Startup Grant Van Ness Group Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding opportunity referenced by Van Ness Main Street for startup founders.	Not published	Varies
Elevate Together Cash Grant Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · $5K The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC) partners with the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Office Depot to offer cash grants for small businesses with 5 or fewer full-time employees.	Not published	$5K
NCP Open Road Fund Grant Nexus Community Partners · Foundation Not published · $50K The NCP Open Road Fund is a transformative initiative aimed at empowering Black individuals in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota by providing $50 million in grants.	Not published	$50K
Black Business Prosperity (BBP) Grant Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Direct cash assistance grant program for Black and minority-owned small businesses impacted by COVID-19.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Black Philanthropy Giving Circle  Grant Baltimore Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The Black Philanthropy Giving Circle Grant, managed by the Baltimore Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations that are Black-led or serve Black communities in the Baltimore area.	Not published	$25K
Black Giving Collective Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Black Giving Collective (BGC) supports Black-led and Black-owned community initiatives that address disparities facing the Black community in our eight-county region.	Not published	Varies
45Camp Accelerator VertueLab · Foundation Not published · Varies 45Camp is an accelerator program created in collaboration with Tabor 100 and Prosper Portland that serves Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) entrepreneurs in the Pacific Northwest.	Not published	Varies
SBIR/STTR Matching Fund Tennessee Technology Development Corp · Foundation Not published · $7M A strategic initiative developed and administered by LaunchTN to advance the commercialization of technology innovation and job creation across Tennessee.	Not published	$7M
WEPOWER Capital Fund Wepower · Foundation Not published · $1.5M	Not published	$1.5M
Commercial Property Acquisition Fund City First Enterprises Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500K The Commercial Property Acquisition Fund (a DC government program administered by City First Enterprises) disburses down-payment assistance grants of up to $500,000 or 25% of the sale price, whichever is less, to help businesses acquire…	Rolling	Up to $500K
Sam Smith 'Hi Neighbor' Homeownership Fund Homesight · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K	Not published	Up to $20K
UnDreamed Of Award Untours Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K Annual award recognizing tourism entrepreneurs who use tourism to create positive impact for local communities and travelers.	Not published	$5K
Youth Web Design Program Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle · Foundation Not published · Varies Training and employment program connecting Black high school students with web design skills with Black-owned small businesses needing website development. Youth receive compensation for their work.	Not published	Varies
Community Equity Fund - Minority Business Grants Columbus Urban League · Foundation Not published · $400K – $2M Support Black-owned and other minority-owned businesses affected by COVID-19 pandemic	Not published	$400K – $2M
No-Interest Loan Program Black Leaders Detroit · Foundation Rolling · Varies Structured, 0% interest financing options for Detroit-based businesses. The No-Interest Loan Program provides no-interest financing to Detroit-based businesses designed to build equity and empower businesses of African descent.	Rolling	Varies
Small Business Start-up Grants Carpenter Contractor Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Small Business Start-up Grants were specifically designed for members interested in starting a new contracting business that creates union jobs for carpenters.	Not published	Varies
Ascend Fund Ignite Capital Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Transform Baltimore's neighborhood economies through community-rooted entrepreneurs and creative capital.	Not published	Varies
Supplier Diversity Mini-Grants Advantage Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 This mini-grant program increases the number of certified Woman-owned (WBE), Minority (MBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) in West Virginia by defraying costs associated with the certification process.	Not published	Up to $500
BLAC Fund Childcare Opportunity I Be Black Girl · Foundation Not published · $250K	Not published	$250K

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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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