Small Business Grants

Last updated September 19, 2026

There are currently 1,023 active small business grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Building Better Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Small Business Grant	Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority	Rolling	Up to $50K
Foundation	Rooted Philanthropic Grant	Rooted Philanthropic	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Small Business Coronavirus Assistance Fund (CDBG)	Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship	Rolling	$4K
Foundation	Hatch Detroit	Wayne State University Research And	Rolling	$100K
Foundation	South Queens Capital Access Loans	Greater Jamaica Development Corporation	Rolling	Up to $300K
Foundation	Alderson Program in Entrepreneurship Scholarship Grant	Montana State University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CIE Incubators for Entrepreneurs & Nonprofit Founders	Wepower	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	HEDCO Loans	Hedco Inc	Rolling	Up to $500K
Foundation	Minnesota State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) Program Grant	Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)	Rolling	Up to $8K
Foundation	Sustainable Jersey Grants - PSE&G Partnership Program	Sustainable Jersey	Rolling	$3K – $13K
Foundation	OEPA: Scrap Tire Grant	Ohio Environmental Protection Agency	Rolling	Up to $300K
State	Ward 8 Community Investment Fund (Ward8CIF) Grant Program - Round 2	DSLBD Current Funding	Rolling	$43M
Foundation	Widen Family Foundation Grant	Widen Family Foundation Inc	Rolling	$5K – $100K
Foundation	Boost Nassau Nonprofit and Special-Purpose District Grant	Nassau County, New York	Rolling	Varies
State	Colorado Credit Reserve	OEDIT Programs & Funding	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Hospitality Industry Worker Crisis Grants	Louisiana Hospitality Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	St. Louis Restaurant Tornado Relief Fund	Missouri Restaurant Association	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Storm Recovery Grants for Working Waterfront Properties	Maine Coast Fishermens Assn	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	SBA State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant	Utah World Trade Center	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	THRIVE Grant	Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation	Rolling	$3K – $15K
Foundation	Ready, Set, Solar! For Rural Businesses Program	Solar United Neighbors Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	seCTerRise Business Retention & Expansion Program	Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise	Rolling	$5K – $20K
Foundation	Super Bowl LVI Business Connect	Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Opportunity Café	Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon	Rolling	Varies

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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.

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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