Small Business Grants in Maryland

Last updated July 1, 2026

There are 41 active small business grants tagged to Maryland. Updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
State	Maryland State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)	Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development	Rolling	Varies
State	Hire Our Veterans Tax Credit	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Remote Setting Shellfish Aquaculture Loan Fund	Maryland Department of Natural Resources	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
State	Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program (MPVSBLP)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program	Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs	Rolling	Varies
State	More Jobs For Marylanders Program - Manufacturing Tax Credit (MJM)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Small, Minority and Women-Owned Business Account - Video Lottery Terminal Fund (VLT)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Small, Minority-Owned Business Sports Wagering Assistance Fund (SWAF)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Partnership for Workforce Quality (PWQ)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Buy Maryland Cybersecurity (BMC) Tax Credit	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Cannabis Business Assistance Fund	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Economic Development Opportunities Fund (Sunny Day)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
State	Employer Security Clearances Costs Tax Credit (ESCC)	Maryland Department of Commerce	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.

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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