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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Vision Benefits of America Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Pennsylvania Optometric Emergency Assistance Program (POEAP) Status: Program expanded as of May 6, 2020 Geographic Scope: New Jersey, Ohio, and Pennsylvania Focus Areas: Emergency business assistance…

PARTNER-PERTH AMBOY REDEVELOPMENT TEAM FOR NEIGHBORHOOD ENTERPRISE & REVITA · Rolling / Open Foundation

PerthAmboyEats Small Business Micro-Grants Sponsor: Perth Amboy Redevelopment Team for Neighborhood Enterprise & Revitalization (PARTNER) Geographic Scope: Perth Amboy, NJ Focus Area: Small business…

COLUMBIA-WILLAMETTE CLEAN CITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

PGE Fleet Partners Program Status: Ongoing Geographic Scope Available for PGE (Portland General Electric) customers Eligibility - Fleet operators and businesses Focus Areas - Fleet electrification -…

PGE Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PGE Foundation: Career Pathways Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: PGE Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The PGE Foundation's Career Pathways Grant…

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pharmacy Support Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $25,000,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Pharmacy…

Maine Technology Institute · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Phase 0 KickStarter Grant Overview: MTI offers Phase 0 KickStarter funds to companies needing help in defraying the costs of writing a Phase I SBIR/STTR proposal. Purpose: To help small businesses…

FRIENDS OF LITTLE SAIGON · Closed · Annual Foundation

Phát Triển Tốt Small Business Incubation Program Overview: A three-month mentorship program of Friends of Little Sài Gòn to develop small businesses, artists, and cultural workers. Mentees receive…

COLISEUM CENTRAL BUSINESS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Physical Improvement Grant Funder: Coliseum Central Business Improvement District (CCBID) Geographic Scope: Coliseum Central Business Improvement District, Hampton, VA Award Amount: Matching funds up…

PACKAGING MACHINERY MANUFACTURERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PMMI U Skills Fund - For Your Current Workforce Overview: The PMMI U Skills Fund offers financial support to reimburse 50% of the cost of employee training, up to $15,000 per year for work-related,…

Macon Electric Cooperative · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Power4Progress Grant Funder: Macon Electric Cooperative Overview: Economic development grant opportunity for new businesses and existing businesses looking to expand in the Macon Electric Cooperative…

PREBLE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Preble County Revolving Loan Fund Funder: Preble County Development Partnership (PCDP) Geographic Scope: Preble County, Ohio Program Purpose: Provides financing assistance to help businesses in…

The Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Preserve Route 66 Legacy Business Grant Status: This grant will be available in the future (not yet active as of April 2026). Overview: Forthcoming grant program to support legacy businesses along…

NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN THE UNITED STATES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Preserve Route 66 Legacy Business Grant Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Trust for Historic Preservation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Preserve Route 66…

KENNETH KENDAL KING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Program-Related Investment Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kenneth King Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Kenneth King Foundation's…

$10,000 - $50,000
WEST CENTRAL INITIATIVE · Rolling / Open Foundation

PROMISE Act Grants Funder: West Central Initiative in collaboration with Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Status: Application period was May 1-31, 2024. Total…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
NORTHLAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Promise Act Grants for Businesses Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northland Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Promise Act Grants aim to boost economic…

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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