223 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, North Dakota, Tennessee and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in communities in the funding source's service area. Areas of focu...

Opportunity for Massachusetts startup companies and entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants a stipend, fundraising opportunities, curated resources, workshops, and a network o...

Opportunity for Alabama start-ups focusing on energy and climate-related technology to participate in a business development program in eligible locations. The opportunity is intended for participation in a mentorship-based program that assists startups that focus on a...

Opportunity for Maryland start-ups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business accelerator program. The purpose of the program is to support early-stage teams addressing issues in healthcare with new tech. Solutions that incorporate artificial intelligence are of pa...

Opportunity for Ohio start-ups and entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program. The purpose of the program is to provide support to innovators utilizing software solutions to address worldwide issues. Areas of interest include healthcare, fintech, climate te...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and start-ups to participate in a business accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide support and funding to founders with innovative solutions that foster economic mobility for low-to-moderate incom...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startup companies and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants a stipend, fundraising opportunities, curated resources, workshops, and a network of cor...

Opportunity for Minnesota startup companies focused on food sustainability in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants fundraising opportunities, workshops, curated resources, and a network of ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International start-up companies and entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide companies with opportunities for growth and success through mentorship, workshops, re...

Opportunity for California tech startups to participate in a business accelerator program in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support early-stage businesses in the aerospace industry. Participating companies will have access to the industry's world ...

Grants of $3,000 and in-kind support to Minnesota young women for projects and activities that encourage leadership development. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of economic opportunity, safety and well-being, and young women's leadership. In additio...

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind support to USA individuals, businesses, and organizations to develop sustainable business models. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed before applying. Applicants must use existing climate data, projections,...

Opportunity for Arkansas, North Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming small business owners to participate in a business development program. The free program is intended to provide participants with networking, mentorship, practical skills, and the development of ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and public schools for a wide range of programs to improve the quality of life in communities throughout the state. Funding is intended to address community needs expressed by local reside...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and St. Vincent and the Grenadines youth, ages 16 to 25, to pursue innovative ideas and projects. Special consideration will be given to applications in the areas of entrepreneurship, music and performing arts, and computer science. Fundin...

Grants to New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations, individuals, entrepreneurs, and community-based groups to promote social justice and address racial inequities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support BIPOC-owned, -centered, and ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International female-founded startups to participate in a pitch competition. Participants will receive mentoring, networking opportunities, educational sessions, access to global investors, and additional programming to help them accele...

Fellowships to Minnesota for-profit and nonprofit entrepreneurs and leaders in eligible regions to address challenges in society while developing their leadership and business skills. Fellows benefit from a cash stipend, educational opportunities, resources such as men...

Grants of $2,500 and in-kind support for Michigan entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities for business development. The program aims to promote equity in small business ownership by supporting underrepresented communities, including but not limited to Black, In...

Opportunity for Kansas, Missouri, and Texas artists to participate in a training program to gain entrepreneurial skills. The eight-week seminar addresses the challenges and business-related needs of artists. The program includes networking with artists of multiple disc...

Accelerator Program opportunity for Ontario entrepreneurs to pursue an innovative service or product. The program includes guidance and mentorship for management of the company's business plans and daily operations. Participants will engage in networking sessions, educ...

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support research ...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Arizona artists to participate in career development projects and opportunities. Funding may be used to cultivate new professional skills, introduce artistic work to new markets, and encourage artistic entrepreneurship. Eligible projects shoul...

Grants of $10,000 to USA and Puerto Rico restaurants for disaster relief. Funding may be used for operating expenses including utilities, rent, supplies and materials, food and beverage inventory, and supplier costs. Eligible restaurants are those experiencing hardship...

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs for business development. Funding is intended to allow small businesses to purchase a commercial vehicle to improve the functioning of the company. A commercial vehicle is defined as any truck, car, bus, van, o...

Grants and in-kind support to Massachusetts startups to address issues related to clean energy. The program is intended to assist emerging companies that align with one of the following areas of interest: clean transportation, offshore wind, high-performance buildings,...

Grants of $10,000 to Texas women-owned small companies in eligible regions to promote economic and business development opportunities. Funding is intended to enable women business owners to pursue and implement new and creative projects and activities. Grants may be us...

Opportunity for Israel and International companies and startups to participate in a contest related to the oceanic environment. Awards will be given to entries that demonstrate solutions and initiatives to protect marine life. Entries will be evaluated based on innovat...

Opportunity for North Carolina students and technologists in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The program allows aspiring entrepreneurs to work with their program director to identify a problem to solve, develop product ideas, test i...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International female entrepreneurs from any sector in recognition of their achievements and to provide support for business development and growth. Award recipients will receive financial support; human support, including training, coaching, ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs in recognition of innovative business activities. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs in the technology and science fields and to support their ongoing efforts. Award recipients will be given f...

Opportunity for USA startups and companies founded by faculty, staff, students, or recent graduates of IHEs to participate in an accelerator program. This program is intended to support the further creation and development of innovative technological solutions that can...

Grant of $2,500 to a USA, Canada, or International entrepreneur or small business owner to help them launch their business. Funding is available for marketing expenses, improving operations, or initiating a new business. Applications are accepted from entrepreneurs in ...

Grants to Illinois industrial and commercial business and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for improvements to building exteriors, interiors, mechanical systems, and most other permanent building improvements. ...

Grants to Montana nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals in eligible regions to support economic development and to provide relief for lost revenue and unemployment due to the closure of local plants. Funding is intended to keep the local economy runni...

Grants and loans to USA nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribes to promote the growth and development of small-scale businesses and entrepreneurs in rural areas. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to ...

Opportunity for USA founders and leaders of businesses and organizations working to advance health equity to participate in a business accelerator program. Selected participants will receive grant funds, training, and the opportunity to network with a cohort of entrepr...

Opportunity for USA mobility or sustainability-related startups to participate in a business accelerator in Tennessee. In addition to funding, participants receive mentorship, focused support, connections to important networks, specialized perks, and an opportunity to ...

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, including advocacy groups, CBOs, and research institutions, for activities that improve economic self-sufficiency. Funding is intended for impactful projects and programs that focus on economic empowerment and social justic...

Opportunity for USA and Canada entrepreneurs in eligible locations to join a business accelerator program. Funding is intended to advance water technology in the Great Lakes area. The goal of the program is to support startups working on innovative water technology, bu...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a pitch competition and to receive access to knowledge, networks, and capital. Participants will go through a multi-stage process during which selected startups will attend a bootcamp and several...

Opportunity for USA and International startups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development boot camp and competition. Applicants must have a promising early-stage idea focused on climate change. Participants will attend a boot camp and national competiti...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations and collaborations for programs to advance workforce education and development in eligible counties. The purpose of the program is to strengthen the local workforce and foster economic security in the counties of...

Grants to USA businesses to provide support for critical financial expenses. Funding is intended to assist entrepreneurs in addressing challenges, problems, and emergencies and may be used for a range of expenses that include, but are not limited to, essential equipmen...

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for projects and activities to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Eligible funding areas include health and well-being, arts and culture, education and workforce ...

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies for programs and initiatives to benefit community residents in eligible regions. Eligible funding areas include health and well-being, arts and culture, education and workforce...

Grants of up to $2,000 to Pennsylvania entrepreneurs in creative industries for business development activities. Applicants are required to obtain a referral prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for workshops, seminars, research and development, and ...

Grants to Washington, DC, startups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs to create or broaden their presence in the central business district. Grantees will be expected to occupy commercial office space and create jobs in the area. Business owners who plan to move or ex...

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and for-profits to support the marine technology and science industry. Funding is intended to benefit small businesses and start-ups that are trying to commercialize solutions and technologies. Eligible activities should ...

Opportunity for North Dakota start-up companies to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to promote the success of all types of startups across all industries and business models. Successful applicants will receive startup funding, ...