CARPENTER CONTRACTOR TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
Small Business Start-up Grants Overview: Small Business Start-up Grants were specifically designed for members interested in starting a new contracting business that creates union jobs for…
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.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL SEATTLE-KI · Rolling / Open Foundation
Small Business Workforce Accelerator Grant (RFP #24-01) Funder: Washington State Department of Commerce • Community Reinvestment Project Status: Application period closed after 40 applications…
VENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Social Business Match Program (SBMP) Overview: A Program-Related Investment (PRI) initiative designed to help social businesses access seed capital for growth. Geographic Scope: - Minnesota, North…
The Winston-Salem Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Building An Inclusive Economy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation Last Updated: January 17, 2025 Summary The Strategic Initiative Grants by the…
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Strategic Partnerships & Investments Program Description: Funding and partnership opportunities for strategic collaborations and investments in community initiatives. Geographic Scope: San Antonio…
LOS ANGELES SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Super Bowl LVI Business Connect Funder: Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission, National Football League, Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee Status: Past program (deadline was February 23,…
Up to $10,000
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
TechTown Startup Fund Overview: Grant program designed to support Black tech founders at the earliest stages of business development, addressing the funding gap between idea validation and revenue…
$35,000 - $75,000
PRESERVATION TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Texas Rural African-American Heritage Grants Program Funder: Preservation Texas Inc with National Park Service Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant ($750,000) Award Amount: $35,000 to $75,000 per…
MIDDLETOWN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
The Louie F. Cox Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Middletown Community Foundation Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Louie F. Cox Scholarship, established by the Middletown Community…
The Chicago Community Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview RFP: Together Fund (Local Business) – We Rise Together Background We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery is a coalition of public and private funders and communities accelerating…
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County of San Diego Black Chamber of · Rolling / Open Foundation
UBRC Program Grants Funder: County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Program Name: UBRC Program Grants Geographic Scope: San Diego County, CA, US Contact Information: - Address: 404 Euclid Ave…
$5,000
UNTOURS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
UnDreamed Of Award Overview: Annual award recognizing tourism entrepreneurs who use tourism to create positive impact for local communities and travelers. Award Amount: $5,000 cash prize Recurrence:…
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BLACK LEADERS DETROIT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Unrestricted Grants Overview: Flexible grants awarded to selected organizations and entrepreneurs throughout the year. Description: Unrestricted grants are awarded to selected organizations and…
Up to US $10,000
POISE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Urban Youth Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Poise Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Urban Youth Action Grant, initiated by the Poise Foundation, offers…
$5,000 per business (10 businesses total = $50,000 distributed)
CENTER FOR ECONOMIC INCLUSION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Vanguard Accelerator Business Grants Funder: Center for Economic Inclusion, in partnership with Founders First CDC and NEOO Partners Purpose: Accelerate growth of Latina and Black-, woman-owned…
$25,000 - $250,000
CENTER FOR ECONOMIC INCLUSION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Vanguard Accelerator Forgivable Loans Funder: Center for Economic Inclusion, in partnership with Founders First CDC and NEOO Partners Purpose: Provide access to forgivable loans to accelerate growth…
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HAMPTON ROADS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview About Us 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. Visionaries donate…
$1.5 million (total fund size; individual investment amounts vary)
WEPOWER · Rolling / Open Foundation
WEPOWER Capital Fund Status: Active investment fund launched August 2021 Geographic Scope: North St. Louis City (with regional focus) Focus Areas: - Black and Latinx entrepreneur support - Community…
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URBAN LEAGUE OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Youth Web Design Program Overview: Training and employment program connecting Black high school students with web design skills with Black-owned small businesses needing website development. Youth…
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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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