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.

986 grants
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Varies by loan product; TI Loans up to $50,000
BUILDING HOPE IMPACT FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

The Lending Lab: Financial Solutions Built on Real-Time Intelligence Status: Active loan program; evolved from pioneering Microschool Loan Program Geographic Scope: National (United States) Focus…

Alloy Development Co Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Pat Landi Access Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alloy Development Co Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Pat Landi Access Fund aims to enhance local economic…

$3,000 - $15,000
Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

THRIVE Grant Status: Currently unfunded Partner: Fifth Third Bank Overview: The THRIVE grant is a business development grant designed for established businesses wishing to relocate or expand into…

CENTRAL HOUSTON INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Thrive Storefront Grant Program Funder: Houston Downtown Management District (part of Downtown Houston+) Status: Not accepting applications for Spring 2026 cycle Overview: The Thrive Storefront Grant…

THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thriving Entrepreneurs Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 13, 2025 Summary The Thriving Entrepreneurs Grant Program by…

TRAVELERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Travelers Foundation Travelers believes that strong communities are sustained by educational and economic opportunities —and we are dedicated to assisting our communities in generating those…

$1,000,000 total (awarded to 10 businesses in 2022 round)
THURSTON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COU · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thurston County Target Zone Business Startup Grant Overview: The Thurston Strong Target Zone Startup Grant was launched as part of an economic response and recovery initiative to provide essential…

US $25,000 - US $650,000
California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tire Incentive Program (CA) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) Amount: US $25,000 - US $650,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025…

The Chicago Community Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview RFP: Together Fund (Local Business) – We Rise Together Background We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery is a coalition of public and private funders and communities accelerating…

$150,000 - $2,000,000
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Toledo Business Growth Fund Overview: Small business loan program offering competitive interest rates and flexible, long-term financing. Established to support business growth and neighborhood…

SPANISH PEAKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Tom Weiskopf Scholarship Fund Purpose: Honors Tom Weiskopf's legacy and supports local residents who work in Big Sky and are looking to improve their lives through continuing education with degrees…

$600 (full tuition scholarship)
Northern Maine Development Commission · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Top Gun Business Accelerator Scholarship Program Type: Full tuition scholarship for business accelerator program Overview: All businesses who apply, are accepted, and intend to complete the Top Gun…

GROWTH ORGANIZATION OF TOPEKASHAWNEE CO · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Topeka and Shawnee County First Opportunity Fund (T/SC FOF) Type: Not-for-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) loan program Geographic Scope: Shawnee County, Kansas Purpose: To…

GROWTH ORGANIZATION OF TOPEKASHAWNEE CO · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Topeka and Shawnee County Small Business Incentive Program Type: Grant-based incentive program Geographic Scope: Topeka and Shawnee County, Kansas Purpose: To create sustainable and inclusive…

$5,000 - $100,000
TORY BURCH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Tory Burch Fellows Program Overview: A year-long fellowship program designed to provide women entrepreneurs with tools, platform, and capital to grow their businesses. Award Structure: - Base…

$5,000 grant plus interest-free loan access
DREAMSPRING · November 2, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program Status: Open Overview: An annual program for women entrepreneurs designed to grow their businesses through workshops, coaching sessions, network building, and…

LAKE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Tourism Development and Enhancement Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Overview: Low-interest loan fund administered by Mission West Community Development Partners to help drive economic growth through the…

GREAT NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Tourism Development and Enhancement Revolving Loan Fund Program Organization: Montana Department of Commerce (administered by GNDC) Overview: GNDC has been awarded $1,383,928.58 from the Montana…

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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