BIOCONNECT IOWA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Proof of Commercial Relevance (POCR) Loan Overview: A loan program administered by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) to support early-stage commercialization activities for Iowa…
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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Up to $400,000
GALLATIN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION DBA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Prospera Loan Program Overview: The Prospera Loan Program offers flexible financing solutions tailored to entrepreneurs and community projects to help local businesses launch, expand, and succeed.…
Up to $50,000
Prosperus Detroit Micro Lending · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
ProsperUs Detroit Lending Program Overview: The ProsperUs Detroit Lending program provides access to capital for start-up and existing small businesses that otherwise might not have access with…
PROVEG INTERNATIONAL INC · August 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation
ProVeg Incubator Fast-track To Impact Programme Overview: A free, curated 3-month incubation and acceleration programme designed to help startups build resilient alternative-protein companies and…
The Alliance for Pioneer Square · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
PS, I Love You! - Large Equipment Fund Status: Funds for 2026 have been disbursed Geographic Scope: Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA Overview: PS, I Love You! provides direct financial support to small…
The Alliance for Pioneer Square · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
PS, I Love You! - Stabilization Fund Status: Funds for 2026 have been disbursed Geographic Scope: Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA Overview: PS, I Love You! provides direct financial support to small…
$25,000 - $75,000
U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan · Closed Federal
Public Diplomacy Commercial Partnerships and Entrepreneurship Program The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) announces an open competition to implement a…
Over $100,000,000 (total since 2017)
THE NEW WORLD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Quality Jobs Fund Funder: New World Foundation Focus Area: Job quality, economic development, workforce development Established: 2017 Total Investment: Over $100 million Program Description The…
RaiseFashion Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
RAISEfashion Production Fund Grant Status: Past deadline (application deadline was March 30, 2022) Geographic Scope: United States-based brands only Focus Areas: Production funding for fashion brands…
Up to $5,000
NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Raising the NYS Bar Restaurant Recovery Fund Funder: NY Empire State Development, implemented by National Development Council (NDC) Geographic Scope: New York State Program Purpose: Grant program to…
Up to $1,000
RACINE AREA MANUFACTURERS AND · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
RAMAC Foundation Microgrant Program Overview: The RAMAC Foundation provides microgrants to organizations in need of support for projects with an educational component. Geographic Scope: Located East…
$2,000 (CCEC allocation; total program offers up to $3,000 based on 2024 announcement)
Cass County Electric Cooperative Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
RDFC Grant Program Funder: Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) in partnership with the Rural Development Finance Corporation (RDFC) Status: Active, recurring annual program Geographic Scope: CCEC…
$2,500 - $10,000
PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Readiness and Resilience Fund Status: Active emergency response fund Geographic Scope: Minnesota, particularly Twin Cities area Focus Areas: - Emergency support for LGBTQ+ small businesses - Support…
Varies
The GSBA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ready for Business Fund Overview: GSBA grant program supporting small business owners and entrepreneurs. Geographic Scope: Washington State, particularly Seattle area Focus Areas: - LGBTQ+-owned and…
Varies
Greater Seattle Business Assn · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ready for Business Fund Overview: A grant program providing financial support to LGBTQ+ and allied small business owners and entrepreneurs. Geographic Scope: Washington State, Seattle area Focus…
Varies
Greater Seattle Business Association · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ready for Business Fund Overview: Grant program supporting small business owners, particularly LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and those from underrepresented communities. Geographic Scope: Washington State…
Solar United Neighbors Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ready, Set, Solar! For Rural Businesses Program Organization: Solar United Neighbors (SUN) Program Type: Educational support program (not a direct grant) Overview: A 10-week program that helps walk…
REVOLUTIONARY ECONOMY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
REAL People's Fund Entrepreneurship Loan Program Funder: REAL People's Fund (Revolutionary Economy for All Local People) Website: realpeoplesfund.org Geographic Scope: Alameda County and Contra Costa…
Average $29,000 per award
CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Rebuild Distressed Communities (RDC) Program - Small Business Grants Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Local Initiatives Support Group (LISC), and Chicago…
$100,000,000
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Rebuild Texas Fund Geographic Scope: Texas (41 counties affected by Hurricane Harvey) Focus Areas: Long-term disaster recovery, community rebuilding Overview: The Rebuild Texas Fund was launched…
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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