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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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| JobsOhio: Small Business Grant Jobsohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The JobsOhio Small Business Grant provides essential financial support to qualified businesses in designated communities and those owned by eligible populations. | |
| Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity: The George L. Butler Memorial Scholarship Grant Cumberland Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity: The George L. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 10 Feb 2027. | |
| Neil Muldrow Business Development Fund Central Baltimore Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neil Muldrow Business Development Fund was created to aid small businesses who wish to locate or expand in Central Baltimore. | |
| TechTown Startup Fund Wayne State University Research and Technology Park in the City of Detroit · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Grant program designed to support Black tech founders at the earliest stages of business development, addressing the funding gap between idea validation and revenue generation. | |
| Diversity in Tourism Fund Tourism Cares Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The tourism industry's greatest asset is the cultural diversity of the destinations and communities it visits. However, the tourism industry workforce is not illustrative of this very principle. | |
| Strategic Partnerships & Investments San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding and partnership opportunities for strategic collaborations and investments in community initiatives. | |
| Lurleen V. Holland Church Improvement Grant Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Lurleen V. Holland Church Improvement Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of West Georgia, supports capital improvements for predominately African American churches in Carroll County, Georgia. | |
| Ignite Fund Ignite Capital Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Fuel the growth of social enterprises in Baltimore—especially those led by historically marginalized populations. Designed to close the wealth gap by investing in people, enterprises, and ideas too often overlooked by traditional capital. |
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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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