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POTLATCH FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
Resiliency Fund Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana Overview: The Resiliency Fund is a grant program that supports individual Native artists and…
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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THE MORTGAGE CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Status: Federal grant program administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Geographic Scope: United States Background: Established through the…
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BUILT OREGON · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Retail Accelerator Program Overview: An intensive accelerator program designed for consumer product companies new to the retail world. The program brings in expert instructors to cover topics…
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DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Retail Assistance Mini 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…
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DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND INC FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Retail Assistance Mini Grant Funder: Downtown South Bend Inc Foundation Geographic Scope: Downtown South Bend, IN Status: Active program listed on grants page Contact: - Phone: 574-282-1110 -…
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JAMESTOWN RENAISSANCE CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Retail Expansion Grant Funder: Jamestown Renaissance Corporation Geographic Scope: Downtown Jamestown, New York Program Status: Program announced October 22, 2020; current status unknown as of…
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BUILT OREGON · Rolling / Open Foundation
Retail Pitch Program Overview: A hands-on coaching program that connects emerging consumer brands with top regional retailers. The program provides coaching and pitch development to help founders…
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GRIGGS-STEELE EMPOWERMENT ZONE INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Revolving Loan Fund Funder: Griggs-Steele Empowerment Zone Inc Status: NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS - The Griggs-Steele Empowerment Zone is not accepting loan applications at this time.…
$10,000 - $100,000
GULF COAST ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Revolving Loan Program Funder: Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) Purpose: A local pool of capital to promote rural economic development. The fund provides gap financing for start-up, expanding,…
Up to $500,000
SOUTHERN MS PLANNING & · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Revolving Loan Program Funder: Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District (SMPDD) Overview: SMPDD promotes economic development through loan programs designed to supplement other…
$1,500 - $25,000
GROUNDSWELL CAPITAL · May 6, 2026 · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Rio Nuevo Impact Grants Status: Active with rolling application rounds Geographic Scope: Rio Nuevo District, Tucson, Arizona Focus Areas: Supporting small businesses at all stages of growth in the…
AFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · Rolling / Open Foundation
RISE Program Program Type: 14-week Entrepreneurial Training Program Purpose: Ensure emerging businesses have foundational knowledge and resources to start successfully, with focus on business…
Rural Maryland Council · Rolling / Open Foundation
RMPIF MD Rural Entrepreneurship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rural Maryland Council Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) aims to enhance the…
US $2,500 - US $10,000
Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Rockland Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 08, 2025 Summary The Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation focuses on…
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GREATER ROCKVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Rockville MOVE Program Program Name: Rockville MOVE Program Status: Open Geographic Scope: City of Rockville, Maryland Focus Areas: Business relocation, expansion, and job creation in high-growth…
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ROOTED PHILANTHROPIC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Rooted Philanthropic Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rooted Philanthropic Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Rooted Philanthropic Grant is dedicated to supporting the East Side of Saint Paul…
Two Southwest Airlines one-way e-passes per awardee
ANNE ARUNDEL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Runway to Success Program Powered by Southwest Airlines Program Type: Travel awards for business marketing, sales, and workforce training Overview: AAEDC initiative in partnership with Southwest…
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE · Rolling / Open State
Rural Economic Development Loan & Grant Programs This program provides funding for rural projects through local utility organizations. It provides loans to local utilities which they, in turn, pass…
Economic Opportunity Grants · Rolling / Open State
With the rural modifications to the EDTIF program, known as REDTIF, projects within rural Utah qualify for more significant incentive amounts.
LEGAL SERVICES ALABAMA INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Rural Economic Improvement Project (REIP) Grant Funder: Alabama Civil Justice Foundation (ACJF) Award Amount: $235,000 Geographic Scope: Rural Alabama communities, with specific focus on the…
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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