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.
Start.Pivot.Grow Overview: Funding opportunity referenced by Van Ness Main Street. Contact for Information: - Email: info@vannessmainstreet.org - Phone: 202.421.7825 - Address: 3503 Connecticut Ave.…
Startup Competition Funder: Arch Grants Geographic Scope: St. Louis, Missouri Award Type: Grants and Fellowship Overview Arch Grants' annual Startup Competition awards significant funding to…
StartUP Respite Grant Program Overview: Provides funding for new respite programs or businesses in Wisconsin. Application requests are accepted throughout the year. Geographic Scope: Wisconsin…
Startup Shenandoah Valley (S2V) Overview: A regional business mentorship program providing customized coaching, tailored mentoring, and support on all aspects of running a successful business for…
The Startup State Initiative celebrates, inspires, and empowers Utah entrepreneurs and those who support them. Funding sources include small business loans, grants, venture capital, angel investors,…
Startup Weekend Maui Scholarship Funder: Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) Purpose: To provide scholarship support for participation in Startup Weekend Maui event. Geographic Scope: Maui County…
State Auto Labs Corporate Venture Fund Overview: A $25 million corporate venture fund launched by State Auto Labs in partnership with Rev1 Ventures to support InsurTech and FinTech startups driving…
STEP Financial Assistance Awards Funder: Maine International Trade Center (MITC), administered through U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Status: Actively…
Student Venture Capital Fund (SVCF) Overview: An educational program providing hands-on venture capital investing experience for MSU students in the FI 444: Entrepreneurial Finance course at Michigan…
AIM-HI Summer Entrepreneurship Fellowship Overview: A 2025 summer fellowship program offered in partnership with Georgetown Entrepreneurship for those passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare…
Summer Entrepreneurship Program (SEP) Program Overview: An intensive five-week experiential entrepreneurship training program designed to equip participants with practical business venture creation…
Supercharge Washington: Battery Scale-Up Program Overview: A 24-month pilot program designed to turn breakthrough battery and energy-storage ideas into pilot-ready solutions. The program is in…
SURGE - Supporting U.S. Regional Growth and Entrepreneurship Funder: National Science Foundation (NSF) Status: New program with official Spring 2026 launch announced Program Type: Three-year…
Susan G. Baker and Elizabeth Boyle Innovation Fund Funder: National Alliance to End Homelessness Status: Active funding opportunity Geographic Scope: United States Background: Established in honor of…
Tech Deployment Track Overview: An accelerator program for market-ready startups in climate technology, energy, transportation, and industrial sectors seeking project opportunities in Alaska.…
Tech Skilling Grants - Internship Program Overview: Directly pays up to 3 months of wages to tech interns working up to 29 hours/week. Grants support experiential learning in any…
Tech Skilling Grants - Registered Tech Apprenticeship Program Overview: Covers up to $5K of occupational skills training for registered tech apprentices. Grant supports customized talent development…
Tech Tailgates Overview: Community networking events that bring Louisiana's tech community together by blending innovation with LSU football game day atmosphere. These informal events create a…
Part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. OCAST administers U.S. Treasury/State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funding to enhance access to capital for startups and small businesses in…
Technology and Manufacturing (TEAM) Fund Overview: The TEAM Fund supports technology and manufacturing businesses with no-interest loans to facilitate growth and innovation. Geographic Scope: Seven…