Small Business Grants
Last updated October 29, 2026
Grantable tracks 1,008 active small business grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 15 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 503 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.
- Grants tracked
- 1,008
- from 579 funders
- Median award
- $25K
- middle half $8,800–$200K
- Total listed funding
- $179.8M
- across 503 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 133
- 29 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Preserve Route 66 Legacy Business Grant Fund National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States · Foundation Nov 12, 2026 · $5K – $10K The Preserve Route 66 Legacy Business Grant Fund offers financial support to enhance historic sites and stimulate economic growth along the iconic Route 66. | |
| Tourism Private Sector Grant Program Commerce And Econ Opp · State Nov 13, 2026 · $1M – $5M | |
| Rural Employment Development Incentive Economic Opportunity Grants · State Nov 15, 2026 · Varies Grants for businesses creating new high-paying jobs in rural Utah communities. Quarterly application windows available. | |
| Industry Driven Skills Training Fund (IDSTF) Workforce Development · State Dec 4, 2026 · Varies Supports Idaho employers investing in advanced manufacturing technologies across innovation-driven industries including nuclear energy, mineral extraction and precision manufacturing. Administered by the Idaho Department of Labor. | |
| Susan G. Baker and Elizabeth Boyle Innovation Fund National Alliance to End Homelessness · Foundation ~December · Up to $25K For any inquiries or assistance regarding the application process, contact bbfund@naeh.org | |
| Economic Response Fund The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies | |
| Key to the Junction Award Flatbush Nostrand Junction District Management Association Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies The Key to the Junction Award celebrates the best of The Junction's independent business community and recognizes those businesses that have happy, loyal customers, are a positive reflection of the Junction, and are consistently improving… | |
| Emergency SNAP Relief Grants The Merchants Fund of Philadelphia · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · $600K Emergency grants specifically designed to support small food businesses experiencing substantial decreases in SNAP/EBT revenue due to SNAP benefit disruptions. | |
| 56Strong Women's Mentorship Program Gallatin Development Corporation DBA Prospera · Foundation ~December · Varies A six-month one-on-one mentorship program connecting women entrepreneurs and business leaders from Montana's 56 counties. Designed to support female entrepreneurs in growing their businesses while bridging the urban-rural divide. | |
| SSA #79 Security Camera Rebate Program Pulaski Elston Business Association Incorporated · Foundation ~December · Up to $1K Property owners and businesses located within SSA #79 are invited to apply for security camera rebates to enhance safety and security in the commercial corridor. | |
| G.I.F.T. Grant - $10,000 Tier Generating Income for Tomorrow · Foundation ~January · $10K | |
| Master Class Grant Spruce Root Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $5K A transformative three-day workshop for experienced mid-stage entrepreneurs to develop growth plans, explore internal limiting beliefs, learn latest research, and develop tools for planning through a shifting economy. | |
| Competitive Edge Grant Friends of Georgetown · Foundation ~February · From $40K | |
| Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund Dane Buy Local Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies The Dane Buy Local Foundation provides scholarships to support new high school graduates pursuing business, marketing, and entrepreneurship education, particularly those who might not otherwise be supported. | |
| NIH, CDC and FDA Small Business Innovation Research Grant (Parent SBIR [R43/R44] Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Apr 5, 2027 · Varies The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the following NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs): NEI, NHLBI, NHGRI, NIA, NIAAA, NIAID, NIAMS, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDCD, NIDCR, NIDDK, NIDA, NIEHS, NIGMS, NIMH, NINDS, NINR, NIMHD, NLM, NCCIH… | |
| NIH Small Business Technology Transfer Grant (Parent STTR [R41/R42] Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Apr 5, 2027 · Varies The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the following NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs): NEI, NHLBI, NHGRI, NIA, NIAAA, NIAID, NIAMS, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDCD, NIDCR, NIDDK, NIDA, NIEHS, NIGMS, NIMH, NINDS, NINR, NIMHD, NLM, NCCIH… | |
| Business Attraction Prime Sites Commerce And Econ Opp · State Jun 30, 2027 · $25M – $2.5B | |
| SBIR/STTR Match Program Commerce And Econ Opp · State Jun 30, 2027 · $100 – $25M | |
| ITServe Fastest Growing Company Award Itserve Alliance Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies ITServe Alliance recognizes and honors companies that demonstrate exceptional growth and success. The award celebrates outstanding performance and remarkable growth across three revenue-based categories. | |
| 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program DOC NOAA - ERA Production · Federal May 1, 2028 · $15K – $75K This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring Americaâs Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and… | |
| SBIR/STTR Commercialization Readiness Pilot (CRP) Program (Parent SB1 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Apr 5, 2029 · Varies The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the following NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs): OD, NEI, NHLBI, NHGRI, NIAAA, NIAID, NIAMS, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDCD, NIDCR, NIDDK, NIEHS, NIGMS, NIMH, NINDS, NCATS, NCI, NIA, intends to… | |
| NIH Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase IIB Strategic Breakthrough Award (Parent [R44] Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Apr 5, 2029 · Varies The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the following NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs): NEI, NHLBI, NHGRI, NIA, NIAAA, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDA, NIDCD, NIDDK, NIEHS, NIMH, NINR, NIMHD, NLM, NCCIH, NCI and ORWH, along with the Centers… | |
| Corrective Action Fund (CAF) Environment Dept Funding · State Not published · Varies Used to clean up and monitor leaks and spills from petroleum storage tanks. Available when owners/operators are unable to fund cleanup or for deceased owners/operators at facilities no longer in use (e.g., old gas stations). | |
| Business Growth & Access to Capital (BGAC) Loan Fund Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $10K A partnership between the Veteran Women's Enterprise Center (VWEC) and PeopleFund to support business growth and access to capital for women veteran and female military spouse entrepreneurs. |
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Small business grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 133 13%
- Upcoming date published
- 29 3%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 245 24%
- No deadline published
- 601 60%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 29 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active small business grants
- Maryland Department of Commerce 25 active
- Van Ness Group Inc 11 active
- Economic Opportunity Grants 10 active
- Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) 9 active
- National Institutes of Health 9 active
- Economic Development Growth Enterprises Corporation 8 active
579 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 1,008 active small business grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 29, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 27 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About small business grants
Small business grants provide free funding you never have to repay — unlike loans. Federal agencies, state economic development offices, and private foundations offer grants for everything from startup costs to expansion, research, and hiring. Competition can be stiff, but the payoff is significant: non-dilutive capital with no interest or equity cost.
Small Business Grants by state
Browse small business grants available to organizations in 24 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do small business grants award?
Of the 1,008 small business grants Grantable lists as of October 29, 2026, 503 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $8,800 and $200K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most small business grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Maryland Department of Commerce (25), Van Ness Group Inc (11), Economic Opportunity Grants (10), Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) (9), and National Institutes of Health (9). In all, 579 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are small business grants due?
Of 1,008 grants listed, 133 accept applications on a rolling basis, 29 have a published upcoming deadline, 245 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 601 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 62% fall in October–December.
Are small business grants really free money?
Yes. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid and unlike venture capital, they require no equity. However, most grants come with reporting requirements and must be used for the stated purpose. Some grants reimburse expenses rather than providing upfront cash.
What is the easiest small business grant to get?
Local and state-level grants tend to have less competition than federal programs. Look for community development grants from your city or county, state small business innovation programs, and foundation grants targeted at your specific industry or demographic. Micro-grants under $5,000 often have simpler applications.
Can startups apply for small business grants?
Absolutely. Many grants specifically target early-stage companies. The SBIR and STTR programs fund R&D startups, while foundations and state programs offer startup-specific grants. Some require an existing business entity, while others fund pre-revenue ventures.
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