Small Business Grants

Last updated July 22, 2026

There are currently 1,003 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	Madelyn L. Laschober Endowment Fund Grant	Partners of the Americas Inc	Rolling	Up to $1K
Foundation	(VTC) Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program Grant	Virginia Tourism Corporation	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Vitality Fund Grant	District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development	Rolling	$300K
Foundation	Export Vouchers Grant	California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development	Rolling	$500 – $10K
Foundation	Washington Federal Foundation: Community Impact Grants	Washington Federal Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $20K
Foundation	Kathryn C. Hach Award for Entrepreneurial Success Grant	American Chemical Society	Rolling	Up to $23K
Foundation	Vitality Fund-Growth Fund Grant	District of Columbia: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development	Rolling	Up to $551K
Foundation	St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund Grant	St. Louis County Port Authority Grant	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Development Block Grant - Economic Development (NE)	Nebraska Department of Economic Development	Rolling	$125K – $1M
Foundation	CalRecycle- Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program	California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery	Rolling	$150K – $3M
Foundation	Advanced Industries Export Grant	Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade	Rolling	Up to $15K
State	Economic Development Tax Increment Financing (EDTIF)	Economic Opportunity Grants	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Strategic Grants: Income and Asset Building	Fairfield County's Community Foundation	Rolling	$10K – $50K
Foundation	Trade Show Assistance Grants	Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets	Rolling	$2K – $8K
State	Rural Economic Development Tax Increment Financing (REDTIF)	Economic Opportunity Grants	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant	Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade	Rolling	$3K – $4K
Foundation	Las Vegas Grand Prix Foundation Funding Grant	Las Vegas Grand Prix Foundation	Rolling	$20K
Foundation	Main Street Matters: Business Improvement Grants	Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development	Rolling	Up to $100K
Foundation	Division of Small Business- EDGE Grant	Delaware Division of Small Business	Rolling	Up to $750K
Foundation	Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program Grant	Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)	Rolling	$100K – $400K
Foundation	The Julie Ellison Delgrosso Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation of Elmira-corning	Rolling	$500
Foundation	Make it Minnesota Cost-Share Program Grant	Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)	Rolling	Up to $4K
Foundation	Boreal Waters Community Foundation: Small Business Education Fund Grant	Duluth-superior Area Community	Rolling	Up to $1K
Foundation	Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions	California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development	Rolling	Up to $3.5M

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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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