Grants for Veteran Owned Businesses
Last updated September 29, 2026
There are currently 49 open grants for veteran owned businesses in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 24 list an award amount, with a median of $45K.
- Open grants
- 49
- from 40 funders
- Median award
- $45K
- middle half $10K–$313K
- Total listed funding
- $22.3M
- across 24 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 7
- 1 with a published date
On this page: State Foundation · Updated daily
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Business Growth & Access to Capital (BGAC) Loan Fund Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $10K A partnership between the Veteran Women's Enterprise Center (VWEC) and PeopleFund to support business growth and access to capital for women veteran and female military spouse entrepreneurs. | |
| Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program (MPVSBLP) Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies MPVSBLP provides no interest loans of up to $100,000, from one to eight years, for businesses owned by military reservists, veterans, National Guard personnel and for small businesses that employ or are owned by such persons. | |
| Stars and Stripes Pre-Apprenticeship Program Western States Regional Council of Carpenters · Foundation Rolling · Varies | |
| GK Fund Grant Support Program GK Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · $10K | |
| Promise Loan Program Southwest Initiative Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies | |
| NJ Women and Minority Veterans in Construction Trades Grant Program New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1.5M The NJ Women and Minority Veterans in Construction Trades Grant Program aims to eliminate economic barriers for women and minority veterans by providing essential training and support for employment in construction trades. | |
| New Jersey Manufacturing Voucher Program (NJMVP) New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250K State-funded grant program providing equipment vouchers to New Jersey manufacturers to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing new or used advanced manufacturing equipment. | |
| Beyond Open Grants: Make Bold Moves Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $150K The Beyond Open Grants program aims to enhance economic mobility in Charlotte by providing financial support to diverse-owned small businesses, including those owned by minorities, women, veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with… | |
| Start-up Training Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE) East Tennessee State University · Foundation Rolling · Varies An eight-week intensive course designed to assist veterans through all stages of business development, whether they have a business idea, are in early-stage development, or have an established business looking to grow. | |
| Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) The Mortgage Capital Development · Foundation Rolling · $5M – $10M Eligible Expenses (Feb 15, 2020 - Dec 31, 2021): | |
| Leo A. Seigel – Dr. Philip Shapiro Education Grants (New Jersey) Jewish War Veterans of the United States · Foundation Rolling · Varies Awards education grants to graduating high school seniors from public or private high schools in New Jersey | |
| Patriot Project Scholarships Patriot Project · Foundation Rolling · $25K The Patriot Project offers scholarships for veterans and their children pursuing chiropractic education. | |
| Development Strategy Group (DSG) Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies A four-month business strategy and financial planning program providing grants and potential matched funding to help businesses implement their growth plans. | |
| IEDA Targeted Small Business Program West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Rolling · Varies | |
| Business Certification Program Advantage Valley Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Advantage Valley has launched a program to help entrepreneurs obtain the business certification needed to grow their company. | |
| ALX B2B Grant Program (Alexandria Back to Business) Alexandria Economic Development · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $20K Emergency relief grant program designed to support Alexandria small businesses affected by COVID-19. A total of $3.5 million was distributed to 309 qualifying small businesses in the first round. | |
| Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program (EELP) Raedi Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $150K The Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program provides loan capital for businesses owned and operated by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color), low-income persons, women, veterans, and/or persons with disabilities. | |
| Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs · State Rolling · Varies A unit of the Executive Department, the Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs connects members of the small, minority, women, and veteran vendor communities to greater economic opportunities. | |
| Hire Our Veterans Tax Credit Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Program provides a State income tax credit to small businesses for hiring qualified veterans, providing up to $1,800 per eligible veteran hired in their first year. | |
| California Relief Grant Program Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $25K The California Relief Grant Program awards direct grants to small businesses impacted by the pandemic. Award amounts are based on each business's annual revenue as documented in the business's most recent tax return. | |
| Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EIFF) - Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Grant Pathway Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250K The Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EIFF) offers grants for Combined Heat and Power (CHP) projects in Delaware, supporting non-residential facilities in enhancing energy efficiency. | |
| Veteran Entrepreneur Program The Pentagon Federal Credit Union · Foundation Rolling · Varies The program is designed to support and empower veterans navigating the entrepreneurial landscape by connecting them with resources, mentorship, and a community of like-minded veteran entrepreneurs. | |
| AMVETS + WD-40 Company Veteran Scholarship (Skilled Trades) Amvets (American Veterans) · Foundation Rolling · Varies Scholarships offered (in partnership with WD-40 Company) for the Construction Skilled Trades industries, to help veterans enter or advance careers in the skilled trades. | |
| Next Level Business Transformation (NLBT) Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Rolling · $10K A six-month accelerator program providing structured mentorship and grant funding to selected women veteran entrepreneurs. |
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Grants for veteran owned businesses by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 7 14%
- Upcoming date published
- 1 2%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 15 31%
- No deadline published
- 26 53%
Only 1 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most open grants for veteran owned businesses
- Veteran Womens Enterprise Center 7 open
- Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) 2 open
- Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs 2 open
- Maryland Department of Commerce 2 open
40 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 49 open grants for veteran owned businesses (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of September 29, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.
About grants for veteran-owned businesses
Veteran-owned businesses benefit from dedicated grant programs, government contract preferences, and a strong support ecosystem. The SBA, VA, and DOD all offer programs for veteran entrepreneurs, while foundations and corporate partners provide additional non-dilutive funding.
Grants for Veteran-Owned Businesses by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for veteran owned businesses award?
Of the 49 open grants for veteran owned businesses Grantable lists as of September 29, 2026, 24 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $45K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $313K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for veteran owned businesses?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are Veteran Womens Enterprise Center (7), Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) (2), Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs (2), and Maryland Department of Commerce (2). In all, 40 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are grants for veteran owned businesses due?
Of 49 open grants, 7 accept applications on a rolling basis, 1 have a published upcoming deadline, 15 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 26 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What advantages do veteran-owned businesses have for grants?
Veterans qualify for SDVOSB set-aside contracts, SBA Boots to Business training, Veteran Business Outreach Centers, and specific grant programs from foundations like the StreetShares Foundation and Hivers & Strivers. Many grant programs give preference to veteran applicants.
Do military spouses qualify for veteran business grants?
Some programs specifically include military spouses. The SBA's Boots to Business REBOOT serves spouses, and programs like the Rosie Network and Blue Star Families support military spouse entrepreneurship. However, most SDVOSB-specific benefits require the veteran to be the primary owner.
How do I get SDVOSB certification?
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certification is now managed by the SBA (previously VA). Apply through the SBA's VetCert portal. You need to demonstrate service-connected disability, 51%+ ownership by the veteran, and daily management control. Certification opens access to government contract set-asides and many grant programs.
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