OEDIT Programs & Funding · Rolling / Open State
Grant helping Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses develop and commercialize advanced technologies that will be created or manufactured in Colorado.
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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OEDIT Programs & Funding · Rolling / Open State
Grant helping Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses who want to export or are currently exporting their products and services.
Up to US $15,000
Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade · Rolling / Open Foundation
Advanced Industries Export Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Advanced…
Varies
Door County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Advancement Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Door County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary Advancement Grants are designed to foster collaborative initiatives that promote…
US $400 - US $25,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation
AGRI Livestock Investment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $400 - US $25,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The AGRI Livestock Investment…
US $1,000 - US $150,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation
AGRI Meat, Poultry, Egg, and Milk Processing Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $1,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: April 15, 2025 Summary The AGRI Meat,…
US $1,000 - US $150,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation
AGRI Minnesota Value Added Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $1,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: April 18, 2025 Summary The AGRI Minnesota Value…
Up to NZ $200,000
Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust (AGMARDT) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Agribusiness Innovation Grant - Inquiry less than $30,000 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust (AGMARDT) Amount: Up to NZ $200,000 Last Updated: August 04,…
RURAL ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION INTERNATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Agricultural Reinvestment Fund Overview: A competitive grant program providing cost-share grants to farmer-led projects in North Carolina. Originally called the Tobacco Communities Reinvestment Fund…
US $10,000 - US $50,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Agriculture and Rural Businesses Energy Incentive Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated:…
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry · Rolling / Open Foundation
Agriculture Enhancement and Diversification Program: Product Development and Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry Last Updated: February 19,…
Up to $20,000 per producer
THURSTON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COU · Rolling / Open Foundation
Agriculture Sector Recovery Program (ASRP) Overview: The Ag Labor Program is a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the workforce in Thurston County's agricultural sector through recruiting,…
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ELEVATE RAPID CITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AI MicroGrant Purpose: Designed to support startups and small businesses who need small amounts of financial assistance to implement or integrate AI components in their business operations that…
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CREATIVE WACO · Rolling / Open Foundation
AIR Collaborative Overview: A bilingual program merging art and business to spark creative collaboration, grow skills, and fuel new ventures. Type: Professional development and business training for…
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ALAMANCE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Alamance Loan Program Funder: Alamance County Economic Development (Alamance County Area Chamber of Commerce) Geographic Scope: Alamance County, NC Program Type: Small business loan program Key…
Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation
Alderson Program in Entrepreneurship Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: November 30, 2025 Summary The Alderson Program in Entrepreneurship Scholarship at…
$10,000 - $15,000
CENTRAL HOUSTON INC · June 27, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation
Alfresco Grants Funder: Houston Downtown Management District Overview: The Alfresco Grant helps businesses and property owners activate outdoor spaces with nonpermanent and permanent fixtures. The…
US $50,000 - US $75,000
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America · Rolling / Open Foundation
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America: Financial Sustainability Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America Amount: US $50,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated:…
Up to $535,000 total distributed (amounts vary by organization)
Alexandria Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
ALX B2B Business Association Grant Program Status: Announced October 2022; funding awarded to eight organizations Geographic Scope: City of Alexandria, Virginia Overview: The Alexandria Economic…
$10,000 - $20,000
Alexandria Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
Alexandria Back to Business (ALX B2B) Grant Program Status: Past funding rounds completed; additional rounds planned Geographic Scope: City of Alexandria, Virginia (all seven zip codes) Overview: The…
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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