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.…
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.
Grants for Recycling Businesses This program provides small grants to recycling businesses to reduce the flow of solid waste to disposal facilities and encourage the sustainable recovery of materials…
Overview Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program This program is designed to pair access to existing small business consulting services with financial resources of $2,000 for creative entrepreneurs…
Grants Program for Nonprofits (and small businesses): Round 6 Administrator: Lendistry Geographic Scope: California Award Amount: Ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 depending on the size of the…
Great Lakes Bay Business Hub - Direct Grants to Small Business Geographic Scope: Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot, Isabella, Midland, and Saginaw Counties in Michigan Funding Amount: Varies by round.…
Great Streets Facade Matching Grant Funder: West Broadway Business and Area Coalition (in partnership with Great Streets Matching Façade Program) Geographic Scope: Northside businesses (North…
Greater Oshkosh Capital Catalyst Fund Purpose: Helps support startup and emerging businesses growth in the greater Oshkosh area. Award Range: Program awards for any single business enterprise range…
Greater Oshkosh Capital Catalyst Fund Overview: The Greater Oshkosh Capital Catalyst Fund helps support startup and emerging businesses growth in the greater Oshkosh area. Award Amount: Program…
Greater Oshkosh Revolving Loan Fund Overview: The Greater Oshkosh Revolving Loan Fund is a flexible gap financing tool for area businesses engaged in high-income employment and job creation through…
Greater Oshkosh Revolving Loan Fund Purpose: A flexible gap financing tool for area businesses engaged in high-income employment and job creation through expansion and/or relocation projects. Award…
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 Business Academy Overview: A 12-week curriculum offered by Thrive New Orleans designed for new and existing businesses that want to expand opportunities in the green infrastructure industry.…
Green Grocer Program Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan Program Description: A DEGC-managed small business support program (specific details limited in provided materials) Program Focus: Grocery and…
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…
Green Mountain Accelerator Fund Status: Listed as investment vehicle but minimal details provided Overview: Referenced on CORI's website under "Rural startup investment" section alongside CORI…
Greenhouse Overview: Six months of business training, mentoring, and potential funding to help artists grow sustainable ventures in the creative sector. Type: Business development and artist support…
Groundswell Growth Fund Status: Active as part of Transform Tucson: Changemakers Grant Program Geographic Scope: Tucson, Arizona Focus Areas: Supporting established businesses ready to scale Award…
Groundswell Seed Fund Status: Active as part of Transform Tucson: Changemakers Grant Program Geographic Scope: Tucson, Arizona Focus Areas: Supporting new startup ventures and aspiring entrepreneurs…
Grow-NY Food and Agriculture Business Competition Overview: An unprecedented business competition focusing on enhancing the emerging food and agriculture innovation cluster in Central New York, the…
Growth Initiative Fund (GIF) Overview: The Growth Initiative Fund is a loan program administered by the Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation that supports primary-sector business…
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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