Grants for Startups

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 540 active grants for startups in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 13 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 268 list an award amount, with a median of $50K.

Grants tracked: 540; from 356 funders
Median award: $50K; middle half $10K–$250K
Total listed funding: $103.2M; across 268 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 61; 26 with a published date

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Creative Business Boost Initiative Grant Hello Alice · Foundation Not published · $5K The Creative Business Boost Initiative offers support to 100 creative entrepreneurs with a $5,000 grant and access to Boost Camp coaching.	Not published	$5K
MSCRF Validation Program RFA Grant Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF) Validation Program aims to accelerate the transition of innovative stem cell technologies from research labs to the commercial sector.	Not published	Up to $250K
Agriculture Enhancement and Diversification Program: Product Development and Research Grant Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Agriculture Enhancement and Diversification Program offers grants and loans to enhance agricultural product use and promote diversified farming in Oklahoma.	Not published	Varies
45Camp Accelerator VertueLab · Foundation Not published · Varies 45Camp is an accelerator program created in collaboration with Tabor 100 and Prosper Portland that serves Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) entrepreneurs in the Pacific Northwest.	Not published	Varies
Ignition: Collegiate Founders Program 16 Tech Community Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Ignition is a program powered by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation's Community Collaboration Fund, designed to support collegiate founders from across Indiana as they build ventures and futures in the state.	Not published	Varies
SBIR/STTR Matching Fund Tennessee Technology Development Corp · Foundation Not published · $7M A strategic initiative developed and administered by LaunchTN to advance the commercialization of technology innovation and job creation across Tennessee.	Not published	$7M
Biotech Funding Program Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies ACGT is specifically seeking projects with: If you are a current donor or would like to become one, this program provides opportunities to contribute specifically to the advancement of biotechnology clinical candidates and to see…	Not published	Varies
Global NY Fund Fuzehub Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $500K Global NY is an initiative designed to help NYS manufacturers reach foreign markets and expand their export operations. The program provides financial assistance through grants and loans to support export-related activities.	Not published	$25K – $500K
Render Competition Access Ventures Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K An annual startup competition awarding early-stage risk capital to local entrepreneurs in Louisville and Southern Indiana.	Not published	$100K
Industry Partnership Fund (IPF) - Tax Credit Program SC Launch Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Through South Carolina Research Authority's Tax Credit Program, South Carolina residents and business owners can redirect state tax dollars to fund S.C. innovation rather than paying them to the state Department of Revenue.	Rolling	Varies
The Shoreline Platform Subscription Seaworthy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Illumina for Startups Grants Illumina, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Illumina for Startups Grants support entrepreneurs looking to innovate in the genomics space through next-generation sequencing technology.	Not published	Varies
Alliance Prize in Circular Solutions for Flexibles Alliance to End Plastic Waste Inc · Foundation Not published · $3M The Alliance Prize was launched in April 2022 to help scale and ultimately commercialize technological innovation by connecting it with capital and technical expertise.	Not published	$3M
Startup Shenandoah Valley (S2V) Shenandoah Community Capital Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A regional business mentorship program providing customized coaching, tailored mentoring, and support on all aspects of running a successful business for entrepreneurs with scalable business ideas.	Not published	Varies
IDEApitch Prize Competition The Idea Village Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $250K IDEApitch is the region's industry-leading pitch competition where founders from the VILLAGEx accelerator showcase their companies and pitch for investment prizes through the Momentum Fund.	Not published	$100K – $250K
Utah Small Business Credit Initiative (USBCI) Economic Opportunity Grants · State Not published · Varies GOED administers a statewide small business capital access program. It provides capital and technical assistance to help small businesses and entrepreneurs grow, succeed, and remain stable, benefiting communities nationwide.	Not published	Varies
Rural Jump-Start Program Grant Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Rural Jump-Start Program Grant, managed by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, incentivizes new businesses to establish in rural, economically distressed areas.	Not published	Up to $25K
Charter School Program (CSP) Grant New Schools for Alabama · Foundation Not published · $1M – $1.5M New Schools for Alabama administers the Charter School Program (CSP) Grant Competition to support the launch of new, high-quality charter schools in Alabama.	Not published	$1M – $1.5M
SmartSTART Business Plan Competition Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corp · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K Award grants to small business owners who have graduated from the SmartSTART or FastTrac business planning program. Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation	Not published	Up to $15K
West Kentucky Innovation Challenge Sprocket Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An initiative led by Monica Bilak, Executive Director of Sprocket, designed to spark collaboration, creativity, and growth across the region for innovative startups and businesses.	Not published	Varies
Tory Burch Fellows Program Tory Burch Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K A year-long fellowship program designed to provide women entrepreneurs with tools, platform, and capital to grow their businesses.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Farmer's Market Program Built Oregon · Foundation Not published · Varies A program that positions farmer's markets as platforms where Oregon founders can connect directly with consumers. The program fosters authentic relationships and immediate feedback to drive continuous improvement and brand awareness.	Not published	Varies
Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program (NY): Track 1 New York Farm Viability Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K There are two funding opportunities under the Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program: Track 1 and Track 2.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Tech Skilling Grants - Registered Tech Apprenticeship Program For-M Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K Covers up to $5K of occupational skills training for registered tech apprentices. Grant supports customized talent development while minimizing out-of-pocket training costs incurred.	Rolling	Up to $5K

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About grants for startups

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for startups award?

Of the 540 grants for startups Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 268 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $50K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $250K. The largest is $7M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for startups?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Michigan State University Research Foundation (8), National Institutes of Health (8), The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) (7), Aim-Hi Accelerator Fund Inc (6), and Clemson University Research Foundation (6). In all, 356 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for startups due?

Of 540 grants listed, 61 accept applications on a rolling basis, 26 have a published upcoming deadline, 146 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 307 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

What is the SBIR program?

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program is the largest source of early-stage technology funding in the US. Eleven federal agencies award over $4 billion annually to small businesses for R&D. Phase I grants typically provide $50K-$275K for feasibility studies, with Phase II awards up to $1M+ for full development.

Can tech startups get grants?

Yes. Beyond SBIR/STTR, tech startups can access NSF I-Corps grants, DOE ARPA-E funding, DARPA programs, state innovation funds, and private foundation grants. Many accelerators and pitch competitions also provide grant-style non-dilutive funding.

How long does it take to get a startup grant?

Timelines vary significantly. State grants may fund within 1-3 months. SBIR Phase I typically takes 6-9 months from submission to award. Foundation grants average 3-6 months. Plan to have 6-12 months of runway while waiting for grant funding to come through.

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