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.
Start-up Training Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE) Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Tennessee (offered in multiple locations including Kingsport and primary ETSU…
Super Bowl LVI Business Connect Funder: Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission, National Football League, Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee Status: Past program (deadline was February 23,…
Overview Travelers Foundation Travelers believes that strong communities are sustained by educational and economic opportunities —and we are dedicated to assisting our communities in generating those…
Tourism Regeneration Grant - Veteran-Owned Business Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Tourism Alliance Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2025 Summary The Tourism Regeneration Grant…
Veteran Entrepreneur Program Funder: The Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation Status: Active - accepting applications for next cohort Geographic Scope: United States, with recent expansion to…
Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) Program Procurement program to enhance opportunities for veteran-owned small businesses to perform on state-funded contracts. Only the work of a…
VOLT Fund (Video Lottery Terminal Fund) Program Type: Long-term loans for small, minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses Overview: The VOLT Fund is a state-wide business financing program…
WCI: Promise Act Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: West Central Initiative Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The WCI: Promise Act Grant, in collaboration with the…
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.