Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 213 active grants for minority-owned businesses in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.
From Community, For Community: Helping King County Businesses Thrive (RFP #25-01) Funder: Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County / Community Reinvestment Fund (CRF) Status: Open Request…
Fund Manager Education Program Overview: A cohort-based educational program designed to equip emerging fund managers with the skills and knowledge needed to deploy integrated capital effectively,…
GEEDC Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation (GEEDC), founded in 1974,…
Generation Impact Business Accelerator Program Status: Program launched 2021; applications opened for second cohort August 1, 2022 Administrator: Progress OKC / The Alliance for Economic Development…
GFPI Community Fund Funder: Chicago Food Policy Action Council (CFPAC) Geographic Scope: Metro Chicago region; locally-based organizations with primary operations in Illinois and/or within 250 miles…
GJDC Airport Concessions Loan Program Purpose: Loans for ACDBE (Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) certified businesses pursuing or currently holding concession opportunities at…
GJDC Contractor Financing Program Purpose: Contract-based financing for government-based contracts and purchase orders. Geographic Scope: Not specified Focus Areas: Government contracting and…
GK Fund Grant Support Program Funder: GK Fund Inc, Boston, MA Website: thegkfund.org Mission: The GK Fund supports culturally diverse entrepreneurs and small businesses by connecting them to…
Govenor's Industry Vocations Scholarship (NJ) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: June 09, 2025 Summary The…
Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs A unit of the Executive Department, the Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs connects members of the small,…
Grants for Everyone Funder: County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Geographic Scope: San Diego County, CA, US Program Overview: A grant program available to underrepresented businesses.…
Green Builds Business Program Name: Green Builds Business – Greening Toyota's Supply Chain Funder: Toyota (via USHCC partnership) Overview: A business coaching program that offers proven green best…
Green Growth Alliance: US/Japan Climate-Gender Innovation Collective for Africa Funder: AlphaMundi Foundation in partnership with United States-Japan Foundation Program Type: Mentorship and technical…
Growing Justice Fund Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Growing Justice Fund Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary Overview Growing Justice Fund Program The Fund for…
Harris County Opportunity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO) Amount: US $5,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The…
Hartford International Micro-Grant Program Award Amount: Up to $10,000 Program Type: Grants (non-repayable, not loans) Purpose: To help minority-owned small businesses grow through funding for…
HEDCO-SAMA Forgivable Loan Program with SHEBA Partnership Award Type: Forgivable loans Loan Amount: Up to $50,000 Interest Rate: 0% Application Fee: None Loan Terms: Forgivable after 1 year if all…
HIIVE Program Overview Organization: Charlotte Center City Partners Program Type: Nine-week small business educational program Geographic Scope: Center City Charlotte (Uptown, South End, and Midtown)…
HIIVE Program Overview Program Name: Hub for Inclusivity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (HIIVE) Status: Active - Cohort 3 completed in December 2025; future cohorts anticipated Geographic Scope:…
Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program (HDBA Grants) Status: Active (as of 2024) Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania Focus Areas: - Historically disadvantaged businesses - Small business…
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.