Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 213 active grants for minority-owned businesses in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Grants for minority-owned businesses help close the wealth gap and increase representation in entrepreneurship. Federal programs through the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), SBA, and Commerce Department, along with foundations and corporate programs, provide funding specifically for BIPOC entrepreneurs and diverse business owners.
Supplier Diversity Mini-Grants Overview: This mini-grant program increases the number of certified Woman-owned (WBE), Minority (MBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) in West Virginia by…
USHCC Supplier Readiness Bootcamp Program Name: Supplier Readiness Bootcamp (partnership expansion) Funders: - United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Educational Fund (USHCCEF) - Anheuser-Busch…
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…
Texas Solar for All Coalition EPA Grant Funder: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Award Amount: Nearly $250 million in grant funding Award Date: May 2, 2024 (Earth Day) Overview: A historic…
Thriving Entrepreneurs Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 13, 2025 Summary The Thriving Entrepreneurs Grant Program by…
Overview Travelers Foundation Travelers believes that strong communities are sustained by educational and economic opportunities —and we are dedicated to assisting our communities in generating those…
Thurston County Target Zone Business Startup Grant Overview: The Thurston Strong Target Zone Startup Grant was launched as part of an economic response and recovery initiative to provide essential…
Thurston County Target Zone Business Startup Grant Overview: The Target Zone Business Startup Grant aims to address economic inequity by investing in the areas and people most vulnerable to the…
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…
Truist Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Truist Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $15,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Truist Foundation Grants aim to empower communities by…
UArctic Entrepreneurship Fund Overview: A seed grant program supporting individuals with Arctic innovations, created with private support from Michael Carey. Part of the UArctic Thematic Network on…
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…
UNFI Foundation Annual Grant Program Program Type: Invitation-only grant program Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Mission: The UNFI Foundation awards grants annually to support…
UPS Ignite Grant Program Funder: UPS and ACCION Opportunity Fund Program Overview: The UPS Ignite program provides grants and support to diverse small business owners and entrepreneurs. In…
USDA NIFA - Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Funder: USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Program Amount: $50 million distributed nationally through 140 funded…
USHCC Avanzando Suppliers with Blue Wave Program Name: USHCC Avanzando Suppliers with Blue Wave (formerly USHCC Supplier Development Pilot Program with Blue Wave) Funder: United States Hispanic…
USHCC Community Navigator Pilot Program – "USHCCBizNav" Program Name: USHCCBizNav / USHCC Navigates Small Business Funder: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Award Amount: $5 million grant…
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…
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…
Virginia 30 Day Fund Overview: A nonprofit organization providing forgivable loans to small businesses in Virginia affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Background: Founded in April 2020 by Pete Snyder…
The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) provides grants and business development services. The SBA offers the 8(a) Business Development program for disadvantaged small businesses. The Commerce Department, USDA, and DOT all have programs targeting minority-owned enterprises. Many federal contracts include set-asides for minority-owned businesses.
Yes. Beyond general minority business grants, specific programs target Black entrepreneurs — including the NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Program, Hello Alice grants, the Black Founder Startup Grant, Backstage Capital, and various corporate initiatives from companies like Google, Target, and JPMorgan Chase.
Most grants require self-certification or third-party certification. The SBA 8(a) program has its own certification process. The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) offers widely recognized MBE certification. State and local agencies also have certification programs that can strengthen your applications.