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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.
545 grants
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Loans up to $150,000
COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Colorado Startup Loan Fund Funder: Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) Geographic Scope: Colorado statewide (all regions) Overview OEDIT has partnered with eight…
MONTANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Colstrip Impacts Foundation: Economic Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Community Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Colstrip Impacts Foundation offers an Economic…
COLUMBIA PACIFIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPME · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Columbia Pacific Business Loan Program Funder: Columbia Pacific Economic Development Overview: Provides flexible gap financing for expansion of existing businesses, start-up of new businesses,…
Up to $100,000
VIRGINIA INNOVATION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Commonwealth Commercialization Fund (CCF) Funder: Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) Overview: VIPC's Commonwealth Commercialization Fund (CCF) accepts applications and awards funding…
$25,000 (average loan)
GREENWOOD ARCHER CAPITAL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Micro Equity Fund (CMEF) Overview: A comprehensive small business development and equity-like capital expansion model launched in 2021 with a multi-million-dollar grant from PNC Bank. Key…
SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT ENTERPRISE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Connecticut Small Business Support Program Overview: State program announced October 24, 2022, to help businesses access resources to start and grow. Geographic Scope: Connecticut Target Audience: -…
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH · Rolling / Open Foundation
Conquer Accelerator Overview: Cohort-based startup accelerator with funding, mentorship, and industry-specific support for technology companies. Geographic Scope: Michigan, US Focus Areas: Technology…
Up to $250,000 (standard); Up to $500,000 (NYC partnership program)
BOC CAPITAL CORP · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Contract Financing Loan Fund Funder: BOC Capital Corp (Brooklyn, NY) Status: Active Geographic Scope: Primarily New York City; partnership with NYC Department of Small Business Services for enhanced…
Up to $10,000
JUMPSTART INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Core City: Cleveland Impact Program Description: A 12-week business assistance program designed to drive economic impact in the city of Cleveland by helping individuals overcome obstacles to…
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CENTER ON RURAL INNOVATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
CORI Innovation Fund Status: Active investment fund Overview: The CORI Innovation Fund (CIF) is a qualified opportunity zone fund established to invest in growth businesses across rural America. The…
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HAWAII AG AND CULINARY ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cottage Industry Scholarship Funder: Hawaii Ag & Culinary Alliance (HACA) Program Status: Listed on website navigation but limited details available Geographic Scope: Hawaii Focus Areas: Likely…
Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation
Crawford Wildlife Habitat Business & Entrepreneurship Undergraduate Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Crawford Wildlife…
US $5,000
Hello Alice · Rolling / Open Foundation
Creative Business Boost Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hello Alice Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Creative Business Boost Initiative offers support to 100…
CENTRE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program Overview: A program supporting creative entrepreneurs, offered through Centre Foundation's partnership with the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. Geographic…
THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _Note: 55% of the funds available for distribution in this program will be reserved for black, indigenous, or persons of color (BIPOC), or individuals whose income falls below the Federal…
$500 - $2,000
BERKS ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEAP) Funder: PA Council on the Arts (statewide program) Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (Berks, Schuylkill, and Lancaster Counties served by regional…
Up to $2,000
LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEAP) Program Type: Business development grants matching eligible creative entrepreneurs with free consulting services and financial resources Geographic…
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GOLD HOUSE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Creative Equity Fund Organization: Gold House Foundation Inc Overview: The Gold House Creative Equity Fund (CEF) comprehensively accelerates the most promising creative projects and companies. Built…
Up to $10,000
TRILITH INSTITUTE INC · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Creative Excellence Grant Overview: A competitive project-based award created to support the next generation of storytellers and creative professionals emerging from the Trilith Institute. This grant…
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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