Grants for Veteran-Owned Businesses in Maryland
Last updated September 29, 2026
There are 4 active grants for veteran-owned businesses tagged to Maryland, part of 49 active grants for veteran-owned businesses listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program (MPVSBLP) Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies MPVSBLP provides no interest loans of up to $100,000, from one to eight years, for businesses owned by military reservists, veterans, National Guard personnel and for small businesses that employ or are owned by such persons. | |
| Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs · State Rolling · Varies A unit of the Executive Department, the Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs connects members of the small, minority, women, and veteran vendor communities to greater economic opportunities. | |
| Hire Our Veterans Tax Credit Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Program provides a State income tax credit to small businesses for hiring qualified veterans, providing up to $1,800 per eligible veteran hired in their first year. | |
| Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) Program Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs · State Rolling · Varies Procurement program to enhance opportunities for veteran-owned small businesses to perform on state-funded contracts. |
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About grants for veteran-owned businesses in Maryland
Veteran-owned businesses benefit from dedicated grant programs, government contract preferences, and a strong support ecosystem. The SBA, VA, and DOD all offer programs for veteran entrepreneurs, while foundations and corporate partners provide additional non-dilutive funding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What advantages do veteran-owned businesses have for grants?
Veterans qualify for SDVOSB set-aside contracts, SBA Boots to Business training, Veteran Business Outreach Centers, and specific grant programs from foundations like the StreetShares Foundation and Hivers & Strivers. Many grant programs give preference to veteran applicants.
Do military spouses qualify for veteran business grants?
Some programs specifically include military spouses. The SBA's Boots to Business REBOOT serves spouses, and programs like the Rosie Network and Blue Star Families support military spouse entrepreneurship. However, most SDVOSB-specific benefits require the veteran to be the primary owner.
How do I get SDVOSB certification?
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certification is now managed by the SBA (previously VA). Apply through the SBA's VetCert portal. You need to demonstrate service-connected disability, 51%+ ownership by the veteran, and daily management control. Certification opens access to government contract set-asides and many grant programs.
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