Small Business Grants in Maryland

Last updated July 23, 2026

There are 39 active small business grants tagged to Maryland, part of 1,003 active small business grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
State	Maryland Economic Adjustment Fund (MEAF)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program (MPVSBLP)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	ExportMD Program for Small and Medium Sized Maryland businesses	Maryland Dept. of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Foreign Trade Shows	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Neighborhood BusinessWorks	Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development	Rolling	Varies
State	Small, Minority-Owned Business Sports Wagering Assistance Fund (SWAF)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs	Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs	Rolling	Varies
State	Winery and Vineyard Economic Development Grant Program	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	ExportMD Program	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Hire Our Veterans Tax Credit	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Linked Deposit	Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development	Rolling	Varies
State	International Trade Counseling	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Global Gateway Exchange Program	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Global Gateway Soft Landing Program	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Business Enterprise Program for the Blind	State Department of Education	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Capital Access Program (MCAP)	Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Capital Access Program (MD CAP)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Manufacturing 4.0	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland New Start Microloan Program	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Offshore Wind Supply Chain Investment Program	Maryland Energy Administration	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Opportunity Zone Enhancement Credits	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Small Business Development Center - Eastern Region Salisbury University	Salisbury University	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Small Business Development Financing Authority (MSBDFA)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Microenterprise Loan Program	Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development	Rolling	Varies

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About small business grants in Maryland

Small business grants provide free funding you never have to repay — unlike loans. Federal agencies, state economic development offices, and private foundations offer grants for everything from startup costs to expansion, research, and hiring. Competition can be stiff, but the payoff is significant: non-dilutive capital with no interest or equity cost.

Other grant categories in Maryland

Grants for Minority-Owned Businesses in Maryland 6 Grants for Veteran-Owned Businesses in Maryland 4 Grants for Women-Owned Businesses in Maryland 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Are small business grants really free money?

Yes. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid and unlike venture capital, they require no equity. However, most grants come with reporting requirements and must be used for the stated purpose. Some grants reimburse expenses rather than providing upfront cash.

What is the easiest small business grant to get?

Local and state-level grants tend to have less competition than federal programs. Look for community development grants from your city or county, state small business innovation programs, and foundation grants targeted at your specific industry or demographic. Micro-grants under $5,000 often have simpler applications.

Can startups apply for small business grants?

Absolutely. Many grants specifically target early-stage companies. The SBIR and STTR programs fund R&D startups, while foundations and state programs offer startup-specific grants. Some require an existing business entity, while others fund pre-revenue ventures.

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