Last updated June 11, 2026
There are currently 48 active grants for veteran-owned businesses in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
ALATEC Corporate Care Fund Organization: Administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville on behalf of ALATEC, Inc. Mission: Special charitable fund that allows employees of ALATEC to…
ALX B2B Grant Program (Alexandria Back to Business) Overview: Emergency relief grant program designed to support Alexandria small businesses affected by COVID-19. A total of $3.5 million was…
Beyond Open Grants: Make Bold Moves Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $10,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Beyond Open Grants program aims to…
Business Certification Program Overview: Advantage Valley has launched a program to help entrepreneurs obtain the business certification needed to grow their company. The program provides…
Business Growth & Access to Capital (BGAC) Loan Fund Overview: A partnership between the Veteran Women's Enterprise Center (VWEC) and PeopleFund to support business growth and access to capital for…
California Relief Grant Program Funder: State of California, administered by California Office of the Small Business Advocate Award Amount: Direct grants ranging between $5,000 and $25,000 Program…
Carol Clarke Smith Scholarship for Veteran Spouses Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Carol Clarke Smith Scholarship for Veteran Spouses…
Development Strategy Group (DSG) Overview: A four-month business strategy and financial planning program providing grants and potential matched funding to help businesses implement their growth…
Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program (EELP) Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), administered by Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI) Overview: The…
Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training (PON 3981) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: September…
Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EIFF) - Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Grant Pathway Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Amount: Up to…
Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EIFF) - Custom Pathway Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last…
Entrepreneur Expansion Initiative (EEI) Overview: A 12-month intensive program designed to help revenue-ready women veteran business owners scale their businesses for success. Program Components -…
Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund Program Type: Small grant program Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: Direct assistance for equipment and resources to launch or expand farm/ranch…
GK Fund Grant Support Program Funder: GK Fund Inc, Boston, MA Website: thegkfund.org Mission: The GK Fund supports culturally diverse entrepreneurs and small businesses by connecting them to…
Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs A unit of the Executive Department, the Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs connects members of the small,…
Hire Our Veterans Tax Credit Program provides a State income tax credit to small businesses for hiring qualified veterans. Maryland employers may qualify for a credit equal to 30% of up to the first…
Hivers and Strivers Capital Award Type: Early-stage financing (not a traditional grant) Target Beneficiaries: Ventures led by U.S. military veterans Support Provided: - Capital investments -…
Hope4Heroes Funder: Military Warriors Support Foundation (TX, US) Program Type: Veteran-owned business support Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Supporting veteran-owned businesses -…
HVADC Agribusiness Loan Fund Purpose: Specialized lending for agribusiness providing alternative credit instrument for businesses that may not access sufficient capital through traditional…
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.
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.
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.