US $5,000
Hello Alice · Rolling / Open Foundation
Creative Business Boost Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hello Alice Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Creative Business Boost Initiative offers support to 100…
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.
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THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _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…
$500 - $2,000
BERKS ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEAP) Funder: PA Council on the Arts (statewide program) Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (Berks, Schuylkill, and Lancaster Counties served by regional…
Up to $2,000
LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEAP) Program Type: Business development grants matching eligible creative entrepreneurs with free consulting services and financial resources Geographic…
Varies
MAINE CENTER FOR ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cultivator Program Program Type: Food Accelerator Program Geographic Scope: Maine-based food & beverage companies Focus Areas: Food, beverage, and agriculture companies at various stages of growth…
Varies
SUNCOAST WORKFORCE BOARD INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Customized Training Overview: Employee customized training and development program providing reimbursement grants to strengthen or upgrade the skills of business employees. Purpose - Develop and…
Up to US $15,000
Commonwealth Cyber Initiative · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cyber as a Service Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Commonwealth Cyber Initiative Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The Cyber as a Service Grant Program, under the…
First come, first served grant funds to partially offset cost of assessment
Maine Manufacturing Extension · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cybersecurity Resiliency Assessment Grant Funder: U.S. Department of Defense's Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) Geographic Scope: New England region (Maine, Connecticut, Vermont, Massachusetts,…
DATCP Grants · Rolling / Open State
Grant program supporting innovation and business development in Wisconsin's dairy industry.
US $500 - US $5,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dairy Business Planning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2025 Summary The Dairy Business Planning Grant…
US $75,000 - US $250,000
State of Vermont · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dairy Processor Innovation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Vermont Amount: US $75,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The Dairy Processor Innovation Grant, offered by the…
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ALPHAMUNDI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Daraja Impact Funder: Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) Implementer: Small Enterprise Assistance Funds (SEAF) in partnership with AlphaMundi Foundation Program Type: Capital and…
Up to US $20,000
District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
DC Emerging Retail Initiative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated:…
US $65,000 - US $85,000
District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
DC Great Streets Retail Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Amount: US $65,000 - US $85,000 Last Updated:…
District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
DC Locally Made Manufacturing Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The…
Van Ness Group Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
DC Security Camera Rebate Program Overview: Rebate program for security cameras referenced by Van Ness Main Street. Type: Rebate program Geographic Scope: Washington, DC Contact for Information: -…
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DOWNTOWN EXCELSIOR PARTNERSHIP INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
DEP Facade Grant Program Funder: Downtown Excelsior Partnership Inc (DEP) Geographic Scope: Excelsior Springs, Missouri Focus Areas: Facade improvements and exterior renovations for Downtown…
Commerce Department · Rolling / Open State
Department of Commerce - Grants The Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources produces a list of state and federal funding opportunities on a regular basis. The list includes…
INSTITUTE FOR NATIVE PACIFIC EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Department of Community Services City & County of Honolulu - Grants In Aid Program Funder: Department of Community Services, City & County of Honolulu Award Amount: $200,000 Geographic Scope: Waianae…
Grants to help scale businesses (specific amount not stated)
RaiseFashion Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Designer Fellowship Program and Funding for BIPOC Brands and Designers Status: Active program announced in 2022; current status and application timeline unknown Geographic Scope: Not explicitly…
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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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