Grants for Veteran Owned Businesses
Last updated October 20, 2026
Grantable tracks 48 active grants for veteran owned businesses in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 2 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 23 list an award amount, with a median of $50K.
- Grants tracked
- 48
- from 39 funders
- Median award
- $50K
- middle half $15K–$375K
- Total listed funding
- $22.3M
- across 23 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 7
- 0 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| ALATEC Corporate Care Fund Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Foundation Rolling · Varies | |
| VOLT Fund (Video Lottery Terminal Fund) Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $500K The VOLT Fund is a state-wide business financing program managed by Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) on behalf of the Maryland Department of Commerce. | |
| HVADC Agribusiness Loan Fund Hudson Valley Agri-Business Development Corp · Foundation Rolling · $25K – $1M Specialized lending for agribusiness providing alternative credit instrument for businesses that may not access sufficient capital through traditional institutions Businesses in agriculture or those using/selling agricultural products… | |
| International Trade Cohort (ITC) Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K A four-month program designed to support veteran women looking to expand into global markets. | |
| Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) Program Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs · State Not published · Varies Procurement program to enhance opportunities for veteran-owned small businesses to perform on state-funded contracts. | |
| seCTerRise Business Retention & Expansion Program Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region Corp · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K SeCTer administers $4.5 million over five years in business resiliency and sustainability funding for southeastern Connecticut businesses. | |
| Super Bowl LVI Business Connect Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies A partnership between the National Football League and the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee designed to identify and prepare diverse local businesses to participate in procurement opportunities related to Super Bowl LVI at SoFi… | |
| Entrepreneur Expansion Initiative (EEI) Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Not published · Varies A 12-month intensive program designed to help revenue-ready women veteran business owners scale their businesses for success. Program offerings and participation are based on available funding. | |
| Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EIFF) - Custom Pathway Grants Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF) offers Custom Pathway Grants to non-residential facilities in Delaware, promoting energy-efficient upgrades. | |
| Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Multi-Ethnic Business Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Forgivable loan program created under the CARES Act to support small businesses, sole proprietors, independent contractors, self-employed persons, and eligible nonprofit organizations during COVID-19 pandemic. | |
| Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund Farmer Veteran Coalition · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Fellowship Fund provides direct financial assistance to veteran farmers and ranchers in their early years of operation. | |
| Life by Design Health/Wellness & Personal Development Coaching Program Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Not published · Varies A health, wellness, and personal development coaching program for women veteran and female military spouse entrepreneurs. | |
| Thriving Neighborhoods Grant Travelers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Travelers believes that strong communities are sustained by educational and economic opportunities —and we are dedicated to assisting our communities in generating those opportunities. | |
| Carol Clarke Smith Scholarship for Veteran Spouses Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carol Clarke Smith Scholarship for Veteran Spouses at Montana State University supports spouses of U.S. Armed Forces veterans, including unmarried widows and widowers. | |
| SBIR/STTR Matching Fund Tennessee Technology Development Corp · Foundation Not published · $7M A strategic initiative developed and administered by LaunchTN to advance the commercialization of technology innovation and job creation across Tennessee. | |
| Tourism Regeneration Grant - Veteran-Owned Business Washington Tourism Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Tourism Regeneration Grant supports veteran-owned businesses aiming to enhance rural tourism in Washington. | |
| Hope4Heroes Military Warriors Support Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Small Business Start-up Grants Carpenter Contractor Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Small Business Start-up Grants were specifically designed for members interested in starting a new contracting business that creates union jobs for carpenters. | |
| Next Level Business Transformation 2 (NLBT2): Fast Track to Contracts Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Not published · $900 A program designed to help Entrepreneur Women Associated with the Military (EWAM) identify immediate opportunities to diversify revenues through federal contracting. | |
| Raytheon Grants Raytheon Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Raytheon Technologies, through its Connect Up initiative, fosters transformative social impact by empowering underserved communities and inspiring future generations. | |
| Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training (PON 3981) Grant New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training program by NYSERDA aims to enhance New York's clean energy workforce through technical training and job placement services. | |
| Minority Business Funding (Future Program) National Independent Venue Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies NIVF will provide seed funding for an annual cohort of new venue operators and/or promoters with minority status. Applicants must have minority status, including: | |
| WCI: Promise Act Grant West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The WCI: Promise Act Grant, in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, aims to support small businesses and nonprofits in west central Minnesota affected by the pandemic. | |
| Hivers and Strivers Capital Microenterprise Collaborative of Inland · Foundation Ongoing · Varies |
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for veteran owned businesses award?
Of the 48 grants for veteran owned businesses Grantable lists as of October 20, 2026, 23 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $50K, and the middle half fall between $15K and $375K. 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 active listings, the leading 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, 39 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for veteran owned businesses due?
Of 48 grants listed, 7 accept applications on a rolling basis, 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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