Startup grants offer non-dilutive funding — capital without giving up equity or taking on debt. Government programs like SBIR/STTR provide significant R&D funding, while foundations and innovation competitions target early-stage companies in specific sectors. For founders who want to grow without dilution, grants are a powerful funding tool.
Mack Ness Fund - General Grants Program Funder: The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ Geographic Scope: Negev region, Israel Background: The Mack Ness Fund was established in 2005…
NJII Market Pathways Program Overview: A structured venture creation program focused on validating market demand and building the foundation for new companies based on NJIT research. Venture Builders…
MarketShare Program Program Type: Food Accelerator Program Geographic Scope: Maine-based food & beverage companies Focus Areas: Food, beverage, and agriculture companies focused on market expansion…
Maryland Student Venture Showcase & Pava Innovation Awards Overview: Recognition and funding program for student-founded startups from Maryland colleges and universities advancing innovative,…
MassCEC CriticalMass Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The MassCEC CriticalMass…
Master Class / Leading Through Uncertainty: A Master Class for Entrepreneurs Overview: A transformative three-day workshop for experienced mid-stage entrepreneurs to develop growth plans, explore…
MBDA Capital Readiness Program Funder: Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), U.S. Department of Commerce Funding Source: U.S. Department of Treasury's State Small Business Credit Initiative…
McDermott Legacy Fund Overview: Investment fund established to advance San Antonio's bioscience ecosystem. Primary Goals: - Create jobs for local medical and science graduates - Attract educated…
Meta Lab Startup Challenge (Powered by MassChallenge) Program Type: Startup accelerator and competition for fintech and healthtech innovators Geographic Scope: Charlotte, North Carolina; open to…
Miami-Dade County TV, Film and Entertainment Production Incentive Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miami-Dade Office of Film and Entertainment (FilMiami) Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated:…
Michigan Innovation Fund Overview: A $60 million state program created through House Bills 5651, 5652, and 5653, signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on January 13, 2025. The program creates…
Michigan Rise Pre-Seed Fund III Overview: Early-stage venture funding established in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), offering funding, coaching, and grant…
Michigan Rise Purchase Order (P.O.) Financing Overview: Working capital financing for startups and high-tech companies to fulfill large orders, manage cash flow, and support sustainable business…
Microenterprise Grant Program Status: Applications currently closed Funder: Partnership for Community Development (PCD), made possible through NYS CDBG Microenterprise funding Geographic Scope:…
Microgrant Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Celebrate EDU Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Microgrant Program offers funding up to $500 for businesses located in…
Minnow Tank Competition Organization: Great Northern Development Corporation (GNDC) Overview: The Minnow Tank Competition is an initiative organized by GNDC's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)…
Minority Business Funding Program Status: Future program (pilot expected to launch within the next 12 months as of page publication) Overview: NIVF will provide seed funding for an annual cohort of…
Missouri Building Entrepreneurial Capacity: Operations Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Corporation For Science And Technology Amount: US $150,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: September…
Missouri Building Entrepreneurial Capacity: Project Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Corporation For Science And Technology Amount: US $150,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: September 23,…
MIT Solve: 10th Anniversary Global Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Institute Of Technology Amount: Approximately US $100,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview 10th…