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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Green Growth Alliance: US/Japan Climate-Gender Innovation Collective for Africa Alphamundi Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · $100K – $400K The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is launching the Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program to provide no-cost development and technical assistance services to entrepreneurs, focusing on…	Not published	$100K – $400K
Bank of Marin- Annual Grant Program Bank of Marin · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of Marin's Annual Grant Program focuses on enhancing community welfare through support for nonprofits that promote social and economic vitality, education, and wellness.	Not published	Varies
CAAL Ignite Fund Coalition of Asian American Leaders · Foundation Not published · $350K CAAL Ignite is the Coalition of Asian American Leaders' signature grant program (powered by supporters including MacKenzie Scott), with over $350,000 committed for 2024–25 and ~20 grants awarded across Small Business and…	Not published	$350K
JobsOhio: Small Business Grant Jobsohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The JobsOhio Small Business Grant provides essential financial support to qualified businesses in designated communities and those owned by eligible populations.	Not published	Up to $50K
Neil Muldrow Business Development Fund Central Baltimore Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neil Muldrow Business Development Fund was created to aid small businesses who wish to locate or expand in Central Baltimore.	Not published	Varies
Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training (PON 3981) Grant New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training program by NYSERDA aims to enhance New York's clean energy workforce through technical training and job placement services.	Not published	Up to $1M
TechTown Startup Fund Wayne State University Research and Technology Park in the City of Detroit · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Grant program designed to support Black tech founders at the earliest stages of business development, addressing the funding gap between idea validation and revenue generation.	Not published	Up to $10K
Small, Minority-Owned Business Sports Wagering Assistance Fund (SWAF) Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The goal of the Small, Minority-Owned, Women-Owned Business Sports Wagering Assistance Fund (SWAF) is to maximize the opportunity for small businesses to participate in the sports wagering industry.	Not published	Varies
Community Building Grant Impact Harrisburg · Foundation Not published · Varies Projects must demonstrate impact in at least one of the following areas: Recent grants in this category included:	Not published	Varies
Agricultural Reinvestment Fund Rural Advancement Foundation Internation · Foundation Not published · Varies A competitive grant program providing cost-share grants to farmer-led projects in North Carolina. Originally called the Tobacco Communities Reinvestment Fund when initiated in 1997.	Not published	Varies
Motor City Match Detroit Economic Growth Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $85K Motor City Match is a unique partnership between the City of Detroit, the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), the Economic Development Corporation of the City of Detroit (EDC), and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban…	Not published	Up to $85K
Minority Business Funding (Future Program) National Independent Venue Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies NIVF will provide seed funding for an annual cohort of new venue operators and/or promoters with minority status. Applicants must have minority status, including:	Not published	Varies
State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Pennsylvania CDFI Network · Foundation Not published · $45M With the return of the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) in October 2022, the PA CDFI Network in partnership with Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (PA DCED) and 11 CDFIs secured a $45 million…	Not published	$45M
West Side Corridor Revitalization Fund Cornerstone West Community Dev Corp · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K For property and business owners seeking to invest in West Side community: Part of the "Building From Within: Small Business Commercial Corridor Stabilization & Innovation" program launched in 2020 to address:	Not published	Up to $20K
Neighborhood Business Grant Citizens Committee for New York City Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K CitizensNYC offers grants to support neighborhood small businesses, particularly those struggling to maintain operations and community presence.	Not published	Up to $5K
Small Business Support Hubs (SBSH) Program - Great Lakes Bay Small Business Hub Central Michigan University Research Corporation · Foundation Not published · $2.7M	Not published	$2.7M
Cox Enterprises Scholarship Program Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K A need-based scholarship for students attending UNCF member institutions with preference given to students majoring in STEM. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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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