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Grants for Small Businesses & Startups

Explore 1,841 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for small businesses, startups, LLCs, C corporations, S corporations, sole proprietors, and independent entrepreneurs operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state economic development programs, SBIR/STTR research funding, and corporate growth initiatives, updated daily.

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1,841 grants found

Grants to Pennsylvania Small Businesses to Promote Growth and Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Pennsylvania small businesses in eligible locations for projects that promote growth and strengthen capacity. Funding is intended to address inequitable access to capital and historical disparities, to build wealth in local communities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216780

Grants to Virginia Small Businesses to Support Operations and Attract New Businesses

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Virginia small businesses in eligible locations to support operations and attract new businesses to the region. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help new companies overcome the barriers to ent...

GrantWatch ID#: 222574

Grants to Arizona News Organizations for Projects That Strengthen Journalism

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Arizona news organizations to improve journalism. Funding is intended for activities that deepen community connections, enhance local journalism, and test new storytelling approaches. The goal of the program is to create and expand local...

GrantWatch ID#: 227290

Grants to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin Organizations for Community Improvements

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit and for-profit organizations for community improvements in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support renovations, updates, and improvements to agricultural buildings and facilities on c...

GrantWatch ID#: 229447

Loans to Indiana and Michigan Member Banks and Financial Institutions for Housing Projects

Deadline: 10/15/26

Loans to Indiana and Michigan credit unions, banks, financial institutions, and insurance companies that are members of the funding source to assist with housing development in the area served by the funding source. The purpose of the program is to assist with ren...

GrantWatch ID#: 230070

Grants to British Columbia Businesses and Nonprofits for Business Development Activities

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to British Columbia businesses, First Nation businesses, and nonprofit job-creating organizations in eligible regions for business development activities. Eligible sectors include mining, agriculture, forestry, technology, and transportation. The purpose of...

GrantWatch ID#: 232043

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and For-Profits for Activities that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to central Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations for a broad range of activities to benefit residents in the funding source's service area. Past grants have supported organizations serving the community in the areas of nutrition, seniors, youth, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 143524

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Businesses to Promote Tourism Attractions

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and businesses to promote the development of tourism attractions throughout the state. Funding is intended to generate economic benefits, increase the number of new visitors, and impact travel choices ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176183

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits and Businesses to Develop Solar Energy

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations, businesses, municipalities, and state agencies for small-scale projects to develop sustainable energy resources. Applicants must submit initial material prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178731

Grants to Washington Entities to Improve Crop Competitiveness

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 10/16/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit and for-profit organizations, industry and producer groups, government agencies, and schools for agricultural programs that promote specific crops. Applicants must submit a concept proposal and complete the required registrations pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 200684

Loans to Kansas Cities and Counties for Projects to Foster Economic Development

Deadline: 10/16/26

Loans to Kansas cities and counties for projects to foster economic development in eligible communities. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a full application. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to equipment, construction, land...

GrantWatch ID#: 209567

Grants to Alberta Businesses to Enhance the Exterior of Properties

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Alberta businesses and commercial property owners for exterior property improvements in eligible regions. Funding is intended for capital projects that enhance the utility, accessibility, energy efficiency, appearance, and aesthetics of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221709

Grants to Indiana and Kentucky Nonprofits and Businesses to Host Public Arts Events

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Indiana and Kentucky nonprofit organizations, arts organizations, artists, groups of artists, CBOs, neighborhood associations, and businesses in eligible regions for arts events benefiting local residents. Funding is intended to support ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221799

Grants to California Private Entities and Tribal Organizations for EV Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to California private entities and tribal organizations for projects addressing electric vehicle infrastructure. Applicants must submit a proposal to design, install, operate, and maintain electric vehicle charging stations that will be available to the pub...

GrantWatch ID#: 227561

Grants to Canada Individuals, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Conservation Projects

Deadline: 10/18/26

Grants to Canada individuals, nonprofit organizations, Indigenous organizations, IHEs, for-profit organizations, community groups, and government agencies for environmental preservation projects. Funding may be used for habitat conservation, research, conservation...

GrantWatch ID#: 163282

Grants to Washington Commercial Farms for Equipment Purchases

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Washington commercial farms to address climate issues. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended for equipment that helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil health, and increase agricultural res...

GrantWatch ID#: 231444

Grants to Texas Organizations, Agencies, Businesses, and Residents to Replace Vehicles

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to Texas organizations, individuals, businesses, and government agencies in eligible counties to repower heavy- or medium-duty motor vehicles with natural gas engines. Funding is also available to replace eligible heavy or medium-duty vehicles with natural ...

GrantWatch ID#: 168820

Grants to Ontario Ship-Building Businesses to Help Advance the Industry

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to Ontario ship-building businesses to help advance the industry. Funding is intended for companies that specialize in building vessels for passenger transportation, commercial purposes, research activities, or other special purposes, including search and r...

GrantWatch ID#: 223183

Grants to Ontario Music Promoters and Presenters for Live Music Events

Deadline: 10/22/26

Grants to Ontario music promoters and presenters to improve the caliber and increase the number of live music experiences available for Ontario residents and visitors to enjoy. First-time applicants are required to contact staff prior to submitting an application....

GrantWatch ID#: 186708

Grants to Canada Music Companies for Business Development

Deadline: 10/22/26

Grants to Canada music companies for business development activities. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support a wide range of projects, including but not limited to business expansion, travel costs to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 209145

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Sustainable Energy Projects

Deadline: 10/23/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations, businesses, academic institutions, municipalities, and state agencies for facility upgrades that promote sustainable energy usage. Funding is intended to support large-scale commercial projects. Grant funds may be us...

GrantWatch ID#: 159535

Opportunity for Wisconsin Business Leaders to Participate in a Training Program

Deadline: 10/23/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin individuals to participate in a training program focused on artificial intelligence. The virtual training program is designed for leaders across various industries. The Program is intended to guide participants through the basics and esse...

GrantWatch ID#: 221430

Grants to North Carolina Researchers for Studies Related to State Water Resources

Deadline: 10/26/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to North Carolina researchers for studies related to state water resources. Funding is intended to support work through a collaborative research approach that utilizes local ecological knowledge. Projects can address a range of water resour...

GrantWatch ID#: 176752

Grants to Florida Businesses for Disaster Recovery Efforts

Deadline: 10/27/26

Grants to Florida businesses in eligible locations for disaster relief and recovery efforts. Funding is intended to assist small businesses that were negatively impacted by recent hurricanes. The grant seeks to help businesses recover from setbacks and address cha...

GrantWatch ID#: 222116

Grants to Oregon Artists, Nonprofits, and Arts-Based Businesses for Arts Programming

Deadline: 10/28/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon artists, nonprofit organizations, and arts-based businesses for the creation and presentation of project-based arts programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support cultural events, exhibitions, live performances, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169595

Grants to Minnesota Farmers, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Agricultural Research

Deadline: 10/29/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Minnesota farmers, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and tribes for projects to advance agricultural research and resources throughout the state. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 137510

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Artists, Groups, Collectives, Publishers, and Schools in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/29/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, artists, publishers, groups, collectives, and Indigenous and First Nation Schools in eligible locations for arts activities. Funding is intended to support the creation, product...

GrantWatch ID#: 180883

Grants to Colorado Agencies, Associations, and Nonprofits to Prevent Wildfires

Deadline: 10/29/26

Grants to Colorado local and state government agencies, private companies, homeowners associations, and nonprofit organizations for forest management initiatives. Funding is intended to support projects that reduce the risk of wildfire; protect water supplies, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 211732

Grants to Virginia Businesses and Organizations for the Marketing of Festivals and Events

Deadline: 10/29/26

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, and grants of up to $20,000 to Virginia businesses and organizations that attract tourists for the marketing of festivals and events. Funding is intended for the marketing of events with at least 500 people in atten...

GrantWatch ID#: 225247

Clean Heating System Program for New York Multifamily Building Owners and Managers

Deadline: 10/29/26

Opportunity for New York managers, operators, and building owners of multifamily buildings to participate in a demonstration program for clean heating systems. Participating buildings will partner with manufacturers to install high-efficiency heating and cooling s...

GrantWatch ID#: 228465

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Reduce GHG Emissions

Deadline: 11/13/26 LOI Date: 10/30/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit organizations, HOAs, and individuals for projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Projects and programs are inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 140553

Tax Credits to Pennsylvania Farmers and Businesses to Offset Conservation Efforts

Deadline: 10/30/26

Tax credit to Pennsylvania farmers, landowners, and businesses to offset the implementation of environmental conservation activities. This opportunity is intended to provide credits to help farmers compensate for expenses related to implementing best management pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 204963

Awards to Colorado Individuals, Nonprofit, and For-Profits to Recognize Social Equity Efforts

Deadline: 10/30/26

Awards to Colorado individuals and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to acknowledge efforts to promote social equity in eligible locations. Awards are granted in four categories: youth, individual, rising star, and organization or team. There is no residency ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211243

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Transportation Improvement

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations, local government agencies, school districts, economic development organizations, ports, and rail entities for transportation infrastructure projects that benefit local communities. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211420

Grants to Alberta Charities and Businesses for Community Development Activities

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta registered charities, businesses, and organizations in eligible regions for community development activities. Funding is intended for projects, initiatives, and events that are open to the public and are free or low-cost. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 214502

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects and activities that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for tourism marketing, promotions, and capital projects that help to increase visitati...

GrantWatch ID#: 215429

Grants to Colorado Businesses Relocating to Eligible Locations for Business Revitalization Pro...

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Colorado businesses relocating to eligible locations for business revitalization projects. Funding is intended to enhance the local downtown area by supporting building improvements, facade and exterior improvements, equipment purchases,...

GrantWatch ID#: 223202

Opportunity for Texas Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 10/30/26

Opportunity for Texas entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The program provides early-stage business owners with the mentoring, training, networking, and resources they need to advance their companies into successfu...

GrantWatch ID#: 229906

Grants to Utah Organizations to Promote Tourism and Recreation

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Utah organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist new or developing events during their first three years, supporting their growth until they become self-sustaining. Eligible events must demonstrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 232106

Grants to Kentucky Restaurants, Food Distributors, and Other Food Services to Reimburse Food P...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Kentucky restaurants, food distributors, and other food service businesses to reimburse the purchase or sale of state-grown agricultural products. Funding is intended to help qualifying participants enhance their products and menus with locally sourced i...

GrantWatch ID#: 176326

Grants to Idaho, Oregon, and Washington Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Boating

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of $1,000 to Idaho, Oregon, and Washington nonprofit boating organizations and for-profit entities for activities that promote boating throughout the region. The overall goal of these grants is to increase attendance, promote diversity and inclusion, and ge...

GrantWatch ID#: 177396

Grants to Kansas Organizations, Groups, and Businesses for Projects and Events to Increase Tou...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Kansas organizations, groups, and businesses to promote and advertise projects and events that will increase tourism and overnight visits to eligible areas. The purpose of the program is to encourage events that will have a significant ec...

GrantWatch ID#: 180742

Grants to Canada Organizations and Professional Associations to Benefit the National Book Indu...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Canada organizations and professional associations to benefit the book industry throughout the country. Funding is intended to support projects designed to benefit the structure and efficiency of the industry. Eligible project areas include professional ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181038

Grants to Ontario Production Companies for Television and Film Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Ontario production companies to produce local movies and television shows in eligible locations. Eligible projects include made-for-television movies and television series, documentaries, and theatrical feature films. The purpose of this program is to in...

GrantWatch ID#: 183504

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs for Tourist Events

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $6,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to Iowa nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and IHEs for events that promote the local tourist industry in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support marketing and other event-related costs suc...

GrantWatch ID#: 184808

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits, Agencies, and Businesses for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Arizona businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for environmental projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that support healthy habitats, clean water, a sustainable water supply, and a communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 192097

Conditional Grants and Loans to Ontario Businesses to Expand Operations

Deadline: 10/31/26

Conditional grants and loans to Ontario businesses to expand operations in eligible locations. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to used or new equipment, capital construction, leasehold improvements, information and communications technology (ICT) inv...

GrantWatch ID#: 197539

Grants to North Carolina For-Profits for Business Expansion and Development Projects

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000, and grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina companies to promote business expansion and development in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with program staff before submitting an application. Funding is intended to stimulate the esta...

GrantWatch ID#: 198383

Grants to North Carolina Farmers to Improve Operations

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina individual farmers and collaborations to promote the development of new sources of agricultural income in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support operations that are verifiable farm businesses. Eligible expenses...

GrantWatch ID#: 198384

Tax Credits to Kansas Developers and Builders for Affordable Housing Projects

Deadline: 10/31/26

Tax credits to Kansas housing project developers and builders in eligible areas to increase the availability of suitable, affordable housing. Applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Tax credits will be issued for investments in housing projects that will pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 207230
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Are there grants available for new startup businesses?

Yes. Startup grants are available through state economic development agencies, business incubators, corporate pitch competitions, and federal research initiatives.

What is the difference between a small business grant and a loan?

Grants provide equity-free, non-repayable capital meant for business development, hiring, R&D, or expansion. Loans require full repayment with interest.

Are there specific grants for women, minority, or veteran business owners?

Yes. Corporations and government agencies regularly launch dedicated grant initiatives aimed at supporting diverse founders and veterans.

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