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Grants for Small Businesses & Startups

Explore 1,798 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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Grants to Texas Nonprofits and For-Profits to Address Social Disparities

Deadline: 08/28/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit and for-profit organizations, faith-based entities, groups, and homeowners associations to address racial disparities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and programs that respond to inequities holistically and place...

GrantWatch ID#: 216590

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Arts Initiatives

Deadline: 09/14/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit entities, cultural institutions, CBOs, and individuals for arts and culture initiatives in eligible locations. Funding may be used for existing and new programs. The goal of the funding program is to con...

GrantWatch ID#: 221097

Grants to New York and Vermont Entities for Water Quality Improvement Projects

Deadline: 09/29/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants to New York and Vermont IHEs, for-profits, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies in eligible locations for water quality improvement projects. Funding is intended to projects that will directly reduce water pollution and planning projects for wat...

GrantWatch ID#: 223543

Grants to California Nonprofits, Tribes, and Businesses for Incarceration Alternatives

Deadline: 08/24/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, Tribes, and businesses to provide alternatives to incarceration for individuals in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include behavioral health services, mental health treatment, and activities that reduce rec...

GrantWatch ID#: 231495

Grants to California Nonprofits, Tribes, and Businesses to Address Housing Concerns

Deadline: 08/24/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, Tribes, and businesses to address housing concerns in eligible regions. Eligible areas of interest include permanent housing, interim housing, and housing navigation. The purpose of funding is to facilitate housing for...

GrantWatch ID#: 231518

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and For-Profits for Parki...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and for-profit organizations for research projects related to Parkinson's disease. Funding is intended for pre-clinical and clinical programs that impede or prevent the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 206024

Grants to Massachusetts Agricultural Businesses in the Cranberry Sector to Increase Productivi...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to Massachusetts agricultural production businesses in the cranberry sector to enhance existing cranberry bogs and increase productivity. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to promote long-term growth, in...

GrantWatch ID#: 214390

Grants to Canada Research Institutions, SMEs, and Researchers for Pharmaceutical Sector Techno...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to Canada research institutions, small and medium businesses, and researchers at IHEs to create technology that will benefit the pharmaceutical sector. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. The purpose of funding is to dev...

GrantWatch ID#: 223098

Grants to New York Healthcare Practices to Benefit Women and Families

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to New York healthcare practices for programs that benefit women and families. Applicants must pre-qualify and register before applying. Funding is intended for activities that integrate mental health into physical health care. The goal is to build the capa...

GrantWatch ID#: 224528

Grants to New York Organizations, Companies, and Institutions for Projects to Develop and Impr...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to New York organizations, companies, and institutions for projects to develop and improve maritime ports throughout the state. Funding is intended for activities that benefit and build the capacity of the state's offshore wind industry and improve the stat...

GrantWatch ID#: 225739

Contract for Services to a Rhode Island Nonprofit to Manage a Substance Use Telephone Line

Deadline: 08/20/26

Contract for services to a Rhode Island nonprofit organization or private sector entity to manage a substance use telephone line. Funding is intended for a statewide telephone line that will provide information to callers on available treatment and recovery suppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 230562

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities for the Supply Chain Security of Artificial Intelligence

Deadline: 08/20/26

Cooperative agreements to USA for-profits, nonprofit organizations, and IHEs to address the supply chain security of artificial intelligence. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The initial phase of this proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 231005

Contract to a USA IHE, Corporation, Research Institute, or Consultant to Research

Deadline: 08/20/26

Contract to a USA IHE, corporation, research institute, or consultant to research transit costs for families. Research should develop guidance and means for transit agencies throughout the country to promote, plan, administer, implement, evaluate, and sustain fami...

GrantWatch ID#: 231354

Grants to Canada Postdoctoral Fellows and Students for Research on Aging and Technology

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of $50,000 to Canada postdoctoral fellows and students affiliated with a post-secondary institution or representing their own start-up company to advance research on aging and technology. Funding areas of interest include cognitive health, mobility, employm...

GrantWatch ID#: 231626

Grants to USA Organizations for Research on Earth's Atmosphere

Deadline: 10/20/26 LOI Date: 08/20/26

Grants to USA organizations to conduct research on Earth's atmosphere. Applicants must submit a notice of intent to apply and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for a wide range of research projects to incre...

GrantWatch ID#: 231677

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, government agencies, and institutions of higher education for environmental activities that advance healthy ecosystems in communities across the state. Funding is intended for projects that support t...

GrantWatch ID#: 187404

Grants to Utah Small Food Processing Businesses to Improve Facilities

Deadline: 08/31/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants to Utah small food processing businesses to improve facilities. Funding is intended to ensure food security and increase the volume of food grown and processed within the state. Eligible uses of funds include contractor costs, equipment, refrigeration, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202992

Opportunity to USA Eligible Female Business Founders to Participate in a Pitch Competition

Deadline: 09/23/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Opportunity to USA eligible female business founders to participate in a pitch competition. Winners of the pitch competition will receive cash prizes and a range of in-kind support. The following industries will be eligible to participate: consumer products, beaut...

GrantWatch ID#: 216912

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Access to Healthy Fo...

Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and food policy councils to promote healthy eating habits and improve access to nutritious food options in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Funding is intended to expand hea...

GrantWatch ID#: 220004

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Public Railway Safety Education

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, Indigenous groups, and transit authorities for activities to improve safety along the country's railway lines. Funding is intended to educate the public regarding the potential dangers o...

GrantWatch ID#: 212188

Grants to Maryland Business and Property Owners to Improve Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Maryland commercial property owners in eligible locations for exterior structural enhancements. Funding is intended for facade upgrades including re-painting, windows, doors, shutters, gutters, siding, masonry, lighting, signage, and more. Assistance is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215725

Opportunity for Wisconsin Business Leaders to Participate in a Training Program

Deadline: 08/21/26

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

Contracts to Pennsylvania Incorporated Entities to Operate Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Deadline: 08/21/26

Contracts to Pennsylvania incorporated entities to build, operate, and maintain electric vehicle charging stations in eligible counties. Funding is intended for charging stations that will be available for public use, including locations primarily intended to serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 229439

Grants to Arizona Commercial Property Owners for Facade Improvements

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Arizona commercial property owners in eligible locations for facade improvements. Funding is intended for storefront improvements and/or historic preservation projects that will attract customers and enhance the streetscape in the area. All proposed proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 229837

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Use AI to...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to employ AI to improve health worldwide. Eligible areas of interest include research, writing, policy analysis, funding new organizations, and supporting direct implem...

GrantWatch ID#: 230363

Cooperative Agreement to a USA, Canada, or International Nonprofit, For-Profit, or Institution...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization, or educational institution to better enforce export control laws. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 230576

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Upgrade Adoption Systems

Deadline: 08/21/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, for-profits, Tribes, and government agencies to upgrade adoption practices. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The program will fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 231530

Grants to Oregon Artist-Run Organizations to Support Existing and New Visual Art Projects

Deadline: 09/20/26 Conference Date: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon artist-run organizations in eligible locations to support existing and new visual art projects. Applicants are required to view a recorded info session prior to applying. The purpose of the program is to help independent art groups...

GrantWatch ID#: 146846

Opportunity for USA Veteran Business Owners to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/24/26

Opportunity for USA veteran business owners to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist veterans with successful reintegration into civilian life by providing them with coaching and tools in management, marketing, financial ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183494

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Agricultural Projects

Deadline: 08/24/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit organizations and government agencies for agricultural projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that benefit local food systems and agricultural lands. The goal of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200682

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Establish Communities of Practice

Deadline: 08/24/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories IHEs, agencies, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to establish communities of practice to provide TTA to eligible grant recipients. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231566

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Organization for Technical Assistance to Tribal Entities

Deadline: 08/24/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories organization to provide training and technical assistance to build the capacity of tribal entities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The provided assistance is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 231568

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity for Data Collection and Performance Management

Deadline: 08/24/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories agency, IHE, or nonprofit or for-profit organization for data collection and performance management. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to improve...

GrantWatch ID#: 231571

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity to Assist Eligible Grantees with Program Implementation

Deadline: 08/24/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit or for-profit organization, agency, or IHE to assist eligible grantees with program implementation. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 231572

Contract for Services to a Massachusetts Entity to Serve as a Project Manager

Deadline: 08/24/26

Contract for services to a Massachusetts sole proprietor, nonprofit organization, institution, or for-profit entity to serve as a project manager and technical consultant. The purpose of the opportunity is to identify where investments and interventions can streng...

GrantWatch ID#: 231633

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Enhance Community Facilities

Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 08/24/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribes to construct and upgrade community facilities. The purpose of the program is to build resilience against natural disasters and emergency situations. Projects should balance both shorter-...

GrantWatch ID#: 207561

Grants and Support to New York City and International Startups for Environmental Protection

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/24/26

Grants and in-kind support to New York City and International startups in eligible regions for environmental protection activities. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs bring early-stage, location-based decarbonization plans to fruition. Eligible applicants a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222753

Contract for Services to a New Mexico Proposer for Workforce Development Training

Deadline: 09/03/26 Conference Date: 08/24/26

Contract for services to a New Mexico proposer for workforce development training. The contractor will be required to provide training for school professionals, including health assistants, youth leadership, school nurses, and general school professionals. The pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 231895

Grants to Ontario Businesses to Strengthen the Province's Natural Resources Sector

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants to Ontario businesses and businesses partnering with nonprofit organizations or research institutions to strengthen the province's natural resources sector. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206806

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Institutions for Hearing...

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 08/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, intramural organizations, and IHEs for hearing restoration research. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214805

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Eye Injury Clinical Research

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 08/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, intramural organizations, and IHEs for clinical research programs for combat-related eye conditions. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registration...

GrantWatch ID#: 215020

Grants to Florida Agricultural Producers to Mitigate Losses from Recent Hurricanes

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants to Florida agricultural producers to mitigate damage and losses related to recent hurricanes. Funding is intended to assist in the following areas: infrastructure repairs and restoration, timber loss, citrus recovery, and market loss. Eligible producers are...

GrantWatch ID#: 227138

Contract to a USA IHE, Corporation, Institute, or Consultant to Research Student Transit

Deadline: 08/25/26

Contract to a USA IHE, corporation, research institute, or consultant to research transit fare initiatives for students. The contractor will investigate fare costs for high school and postsecondary students with the goal of determining which student fare programs,...

GrantWatch ID#: 231360

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Agencies, and Private Entities to Reduce Carbon Emissions

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, governments, and private entities for activities to reduce carbon emissions. Eligible projects are those that reduce emissions through indirect or direct efforts. The benefits to air quality resulting from these initia...

GrantWatch ID#: 231374

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Businesses, and Agencies for Projects to Reduce Emissions

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, private entities, and government agencies for projects to reduce emissions in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives that lower carbon emissions, such as increased zero-emission vehicles, traffic monitor...

GrantWatch ID#: 231375

Grants to Maryland Businesses and Nonprofits Partnering with IHEs for Research and Development

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 08/25/26

Grants to Maryland businesses and nonprofit organizations working with researchers at academic institutions to research and develop new products and technologies. Applicants must complete an interest form and speak to a staff member before applying. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 181452

Grants to Wisconsin Women for Business Start-Up Support

Deadline: 10/12/26 Conference Date: 08/25/26

Grants to Wisconsin women in eligible counties for assistance in starting a new business. Funding is also intended to help women with existing businesses, but priority is given to applicants requesting funds for businesses in the start-up phase. Eligible applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 191183

Grants to California Apprenticeship Programs to Support Training Initiatives

Deadline: 09/10/26 Conference Date: 08/25/26

Grants to California apprenticeship programs to support training initiatives. Funding is intended to ensure that apprenticeships continue in the construction and building trades. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to support services, salary, benefits, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224370

Grants to Missouri Farms to Increase Access to Healthy Foods

Deadline: 09/21/26 Conference Date: 08/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Missouri farms in eligible locations to increase crop production. Funding is intended to improve distribution and promote access to fresh, healthy food. Grants can also be used to advance regenerative agricultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 231441

Grants to Missouri Individuals, Businesses, and Organizations to Address Food Insecurity

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Missouri individuals, businesses, and organizations working in agriculture to address food insecurity in eligible urban areas. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Proposed projects may address production ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210039
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Are there grants available for new startup businesses?

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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?

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