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.
Interior Improvement Grant Funder: Downtown South Bend Inc (DTSB) Geographic Scope: Downtown South Bend, IN Contact Information: - Phone: 574-282-1110 - Address: 217 S Michigan St, South Bend, IN…
Intermediary Re-lending Program (IRP) Loan Fund Funder: Aberdeen Development Corporation (ADC) Geographic Scope: Aberdeen, South Dakota, US Program Description: The ADC's Intermediary Re-lending…
Grant supporting international market access and export development for Wisconsin agricultural businesses.
International Trade Show Assistance Program Overview: This PMMI member benefit provides reimbursement for first-time exhibitors at qualified international trade shows to help offset booth costs.…
Intuit Efficiency Mini-Grants Funder: Intuit in partnership with California Green Business Network (CAGBN) Overview: A mini-grant program that financially supports small businesses in sustainability…
Invest Nebraska Loan Fund Funder: Invest Nebraska Corporation Program Type: Loan fund partnership with area lenders Geographic Scope: Nebraska Overview Invest Nebraska works with area lenders to help…
Investing in Our Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Regions Bank Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary Overview Investing in Our Communities Regions Bank and Regions Foundation are committed to…
InvestTVL Entrepreneur Microloans Funder: InvestTVL (Community Development Loan Fund), a partnership of Spark Thomasville and Thomasville Community Development Corporation, with support from…
Iowa Center Loan Fund CDFI Funder: Iowa Center for Economic Success Certification: Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certified by the US Treasury Geographic Scope: Iowa Mission: The…
Iowa Center Microloan Program Funder: Iowa Center for Economic Success Geographic Scope: Iowa Overview: The Iowa Center offers microloans to qualifying small businesses located in Iowa. This is a…
ITServe Fastest Growing Company Award Overview: ITServe Alliance recognizes and honors companies that demonstrate exceptional growth and success. The award celebrates outstanding performance and…
Jack B. Piatt Entrepreneur Scholarship Funder: Piatt Family Foundation Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania, US (based in Pittsburgh area) Background: Awarded by the Southpointe CEO Association in 2018.…
James Tyree Emerging Business Leadership Award Funder: Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and Mesirow Financial Award Amount: $25,000 plus business services from the Chicagoland Chamber Geographic…
JCEDC Microloan Program Overview: A revolving loan fund designed to assist small business owners in Johnson County, Missouri with financing for startup or established businesses, including both…
Jibe Transportation Improvement Grant Program Overview: Grants to fund sustainable transportation options and reduce solo car trips in North Natomas. Funds are awarded as reimbursement upon project…
Job Training Incentive Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Job…
JobsOhio: Small Business Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: JobsOhio Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The JobsOhio Small Business Grant provides essential financial support…
JOEDP Community Business Loan Fund Funder: Jacksonville Onslow Economic Development Partnership (JOEDP) Geographic Scope: Jacksonville and Onslow County, North Carolina Purpose: Provide gap financing…
Johnson County Small Business Recovery Grant Status: Currently accepting applications (reopened) Geographic Scope: Johnson County, Kansas Overview: A one-time grant program designed to help Johnson…
Johnson County Underestimated Small Business Grants Purpose: Support small businesses in Johnson County, Iowa through the Community Foundation of Johnson County's granting programs. Service Area:…