One Young World · Rolling / Open Foundation
Building Tomorrow Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: One Young World Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Building Tomorrow Scholarship, offered by Holcim in partnership with One Young…
Grants for Startups
Last updated June 11, 2026
There are currently 536 active grants for startups in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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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NATIONAL INDEPENDENT VENUE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business & Entrepreneurship Resource Program - Online Business Center Portal Status: Future program (in development) Overview: Establish an online resource providing tools and templates for business…
$14,000 (example award)
Central Michigan University · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business Accelerator Fund (BAF) Program Status: Active funding program Funding Purpose: Provides legal and marketing services support to early-stage technology companies and startups Award Example:…
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SHENANDOAH COMMUNITY CAPITAL FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business Bootcamp Overview: An entrepreneurship support program offered by SCCF as part of their business support services. Program Details - Type: Accelerator program for entrepreneurs - Geographic…
GREATER PORTLAND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business Expansion Program (BEP) Program Type: Cash-based incentive program Overview: The Oregon Business Expansion Program (BEP) is a cash-based incentive program based on the estimated increase in…
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BRIDGEWAY CAPITAL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Business Growth Accelerator Status: Active, accepting applications for 2025 cohort Overview: A comprehensive support program for entrepreneurs offering expert-driven education, coaching, and…
$500 - $400,000
GROW SOUTH DAKOTA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Business Loan Program Overview: GROW South Dakota provides financing for both new and existing businesses across South Dakota. Program Details - Geographic Scope: South Dakota - Eligible Businesses:…
Up to C $15,000
Mitacs · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business Strategy Internship (BSI) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mitacs Amount: Up to C $15,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Mitacs Accelerate Grant Program offers businesses a unique…
ELEVATE RAPID CITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business Support Services Program Purpose: Helps grow the number of tech-based startups by derisking the early stages of company formation in the Rapid City Metro. Target Audience: Tech-based…
CARAVANSERAI PROJECT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Business Training and Funding Program Type: Eight-week online business training program Overview: Eight-week online programs that provide early-stage entrepreneurs with the basic tools and…
COLORADO SMART CITIES ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
C² Challenge Overview: Technology solutions challenge seeking innovative tech solutions for Colorado communities. Launched by Colorado Smart Cities Alliance to address pressing challenges faced by…
Up to $10,000
Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation
California Dream Fund Micro-Grants Funder: California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) Award Amount: Up to $10,000 per grant Program Overview: The Fresno Metro Black Chamber of…
US $500 - US $10,000
California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
California STEP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The California STEP…
US $150,000 - US $3,000,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · Rolling / Open Foundation
CalRecycle- Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery Amount: US $150,000 - US $3,000,000 Last Updated:…
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METROPOLITAN CONSORTIUM OF COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
CanNavigate Program Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: Cannabis industry business development and technical assistance…
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SHENANDOAH COMMUNITY CAPITAL FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacitor Incubator Program Overview: A hybrid incubation model for entrepreneurs with scalable business ideas to create a first proof of concept, identify target market, and build systems and…
$17,500 (+ $3,000 for additional capital team member)
Praxis Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capital Fellowship Target Audience: Investors and philanthropists deploying significant entrepreneurial capital Overview: Build a vision, portfolio strategy, and operating model for redemptive…
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University City Science Center · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Capital Readiness Program Overview: Preparing startups for their first sophisticated fundraise. Status: Now accepting applications for December 2026 cohort. Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia…
ACTIVATE GLOBAL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Carbontech Entrepreneurial Fellowship Overview: A state-funded fellowship program supporting scientists and engineers developing carbon-tech innovations, administered by Activate in partnership with…
Up to US $75,000
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Catalyst and DICES RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Catalyst and DICES programs,…
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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