Grants for Minority Owned Businesses

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 210 active grants for minority owned businesses in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 121 list an award amount, with a median of $40K.

Grants tracked: 210; from 163 funders
Median award: $40K; middle half $10K–$350K
Total listed funding: $82.6M; across 121 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 24; 3 with a published date

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Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: 55% of the funds available for distribution in this program will be reserved for black, indigenous, or persons of color (BIPOC), or individuals whose income falls below the Federal Poverty Income Level as defined by the U.S.…	Not published	Varies
Women and Minorities in Construction Trades Program Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Women and Minorities in Construction Trades Program Grant aims to support women and minority veterans in overcoming economic barriers to access training in construction trades.	Not published	Up to $15K
Growing Justice Fund Program Grant Growing Justice Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Fund for Equitable Good Food Procurement is a multi-donor pooled fund driven by the wisdom and experience of funders, farmers and other workers in the food value chain with shared values and vision.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Micro Loan Program Franklin Southampton Economic Development Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Small business financing program providing microloans to help create or expand small businesses in the Franklin Southampton area.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Minority Business Grants Program (Programa de Subsidios para Empresas Minoritarias) Greater Winston-Salem Inc Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants program for minority-owned businesses	Not published	Varies
Grants for Everyone County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program available to underrepresented businesses. Participants must successfully complete one of the organization's free business development courses to be eligible for a grant award.	Not published	Varies
Amplifying Opportunity in Our Community Amplify Equity Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K This pilot initiative expands Amplify Equity's services by providing stipends to a cohort of 10 women of color entrepreneurs.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program (HDBA Grants) Pennsylvania CDFI Network · Foundation Not published · Varies The PA CDFI Network administers a Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program providing grants to eligible historically disadvantaged businesses across Pennsylvania. https://pacdfinetwork.org/about/hdbagrants/	Not published	Varies
Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) The Mortgage Capital Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · $5M – $10M Eligible Expenses (Feb 15, 2020 - Dec 31, 2021):	Not published	$5M – $10M
Reimagine Oregon Economic Opportunity Investment Fund Grant Prosper Portland · Foundation Not published · $5K – $300K The Reimagine Oregon Economic Opportunity Investment Fund Grant, launched by Prosper Portland, aims to support neighborhood small businesses, particularly those owned by women and minorities.	Not published	$5K – $300K
SIF: Promise Act Grant Southwest Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications for the PROMISE Act Grant program are currently closed. Please note, as of April 9, 2025, the Minnesota legislature is currently considering changes to the requirements of this program.	Not published	Varies
Washington State Organic & Sustainable Farming Fund Tilth Alliance · Foundation Not published · $550K Tilth Alliance administers grants providing critical financial assistance to farmers in Washington State supporting projects that enhance environmental sustainability, economic viability, and social impact of farm operations.	Not published	$550K
Latino Small Business Capital Access Program (CAP) District Bridges · Foundation Not published · Varies Developed in partnership with the Mayor's Office on Latino Affairs (MOLA) to address barriers minority-owned businesses face in accessing capital.	Not published	Varies
ALX B2B Business Association Grant Program Alexandria Economic Development Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $535K The Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP) and City of Alexandria awarded approximately $535,000 in funding to eight Alexandria-based business associations to help them build organizational capacity and grow their programs to…	Not published	Up to $535K
IEDA Targeted Small Business Program West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Black Economic Alliance Entrepreneurs Fund (BEA Entrepreneurs Fund) Black Economic Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50M	Not published	$50M
Maryland State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Maryland's State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funds in partnership with the Maryland Department of Commerce and the Maryland Technology Development Corporation. Federal Funds will be used to support small businesses.	Not published	Varies
Coaching Enhancement Grant - Division II National Collegiate Athletic Association · Foundation Not published · $48K The Coaching Enhancement Grant - Division II aims to enhance diversity in NCAA coaching by providing financial support for new assistant coaching positions.	Not published	$48K
NYS Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Asian American Federation Inc · Foundation Not published · $800M Assist small businesses in recovering from COVID-19 pandemic losses Application Resources Available in Multiple Languages:	Not published	$800M
2026 Scholarship Program Executive Leadership Council · Foundation Not published · $2.8M	Not published	$2.8M
JOEDP Community Business Loan Fund Jacksonville Onslow Economic Development Partnership Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provide gap financing (non-profit financing) to small businesses when commercial lenders cannot provide needed debt capital	Rolling	Varies
CanNavigate Program Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers · Foundation Not published · Varies CanNavigate was created to support entrepreneurs who qualify as Social Equity Applicants (SEA) as they navigate the complex steps involved in launching and operating a cannabis business in Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
InvestTVL Entrepreneur Microloans Thomasville Community Development Corporation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $30K	Rolling	Up to $30K
Northside Real Estate Developer Grants The Jay and Rose Phillips Family · Foundation Not published · Varies Phillips Foundation to award grants to Black real estate developers in North Minneapolis The Northside Commercial Real Estate Advisory Committee of the Jay and Rose Phillips Family Foundation of Minnesota is pleased to announce that it…	Not published	Varies

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About grants for minority-owned businesses

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for minority owned businesses award?

Of the 210 grants for minority owned businesses Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 121 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $40K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $350K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for minority owned businesses?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (6), Ace Foundation (3), Amplify Equity Inc (3), Center for Economic Inclusion (3), and Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) (3). In all, 163 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for minority owned businesses due?

Of 210 grants listed, 24 accept applications on a rolling basis, 3 have a published upcoming deadline, 67 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 116 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What federal programs support minority-owned businesses?

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.

Are there grants specifically for Black-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.

How do I prove minority-owned business status for grants?

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.

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