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.

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Yuma Food Business Incubator - Restaurant Startup Boot Camp

$145,000 grant (for program operations)
ARIZONA COMMUNITY COLLEGE COORDINATING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yuma Food Business Incubator - Restaurant Startup Boot Camp Overview: A four-week intensive boot camp program designed to help aspiring food entrepreneurs grow their food business from ideation to…

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Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund

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DANE BUY LOCAL FOUNDATION INC · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund Overview: The Dane Buy Local Foundation provides scholarships to support new high school graduates pursuing business, marketing, and entrepreneurship…

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Zero-to-One Fellowship

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BASBLUE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Zero-to-One Fellowship Overview: A fellowship program for early-stage women and non-binary entrepreneurs in Detroit and Southeast Michigan, providing business incubation, mentorship, and support…

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ZooLabs Fund Grant

US $5,000 - US $50,000
ZooLabs · Rolling / Open Foundation

ZooLabs Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ZooLabs Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary Zoo Labs Fund, established in 2013, empowers Bay Area artist teams through…

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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