221 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and international PhDs to participate in a postdoctoral program focused on technology and entrepreneurship. Eligible applicants have received their PhDs within the last five years or are nearing the end of their PhD program. The package inc...

Opportunity for Rhode Island entrepreneurs to participate in a business contest. Participants will receive feedback on their business ideas and have the opportunity to win cash prizes. The program is intended for entrepreneurs in the business stage. Pitches will be pre...

Grants to Massachusetts organizations in eligible areas to enhance the local quality of life. Funding is intended to support economic development and entrepreneurship, urban environment improvements, and violence reduction efforts. Grants may be requested for special p...

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and groups to promote entrepreneurial activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives that promote the building of new enterprises or economic projects that will benefit the community as a whole. Applicants...

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico businesses to participate in a business accelerator program to foster the growth of their business. Successful applicants will have access to a 12-week virtual accelerator program with webinars, expert speakers, educational guides, m...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Virginia businesses in eligible areas to procure expert marketing services. This grant is designed to connect local businesses with professionals who can help them stay competitive, achieve success, and maintain visibility in the marketplace. ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of color to participate in a business accelerator program. Successful applicants will receive a cash investment and participate in a twelve-week in-person individualized mentorship pro...

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind support to North Carolina startup companies to assist in advancing business ventures. Funding is intended to positively impact the future success of emerging and early-stage businesses. Startups also participate in an accelerator program t...

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind support to North Carolina early-stage companies for business development assistance. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs promote their startups, gain customers, and attract future investment. In addition to grant funds, the program s...

Opportunity for Israel start-up companies to participate in a business development and relocation program. The purpose of the program is to help businesses expand to the United States market and grow on an international level. The program is intended for businesses tha...

Grants and loans to Virginia nonprofit organizations and government entities to promote economic growth and development in eligible regions. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding priorities include agribusinesses, sites ...

Opportunity for USA early-stage businesses and startups to participate in an accelerator to successfully join the defense marketplace. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Companies with innovative technologies that ad...

Grants of up to $20,000 to New Jersey nonprofit faith- and community-based organizations for creative programs and projects that benefit low-income populations. Funding is intended for programs in the following focus areas: STEM, trade readiness, college readiness, and...

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations for economic development projects in the communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for projects that advance the local workforce and drive economic growth. Emphasis will be placed on pro...

Grants to Delaware small for-profit organizations for programs and activities to help the company develop, expand, and grow. Funding is intended to support a wide range of services and capital investments, including equipment, advertising services, building projects, a...

Award of $5,000 to a Vermont farmer to recognize creativity and entrepreneurial skill. The award is intended to honor an individual who works on a commercial farm and exemplifies the characteristics embodied by the award's namesake. Prize money may be used for complete...

Opportunity for Illinois early-stage companies in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. Businesses will receive mentorship and personalized coaching, join a weekly lunch and learn, and pitch to investors, venture capitalists, and accelera...

Opportunity for North Dakota businesses to participate in a business development program. The purpose of the no-cost program is to prepare early-stage businesses to raise a seed round or participate in an investment accelerator. Successful applicants will participate i...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit the African American community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for new or established projects within the focus areas of education, culture, community dev...

Opportunity for Ohio start-up companies in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will receive coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to investors, and support aft...

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to invest...

Opportunity for Alaska early-stage companies to participate in a business development program. Participants in the program receive mentorship, coaching, deals and perks, investor opportunities, and post-program support. The purpose of the program is for graduates to go...

Opportunity for Canada youth to participate in a contest to devise original solutions to national and universal concerns. Eligible submissions will align with one of the following theme areas: health and wellbeing, climate change and environment, technology and entrepr...

Opportunity for Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas businesses in eligible areas to participate in a business development program. Participants in the program receive coaching and mentorship, deals and perks, investor opportunities, and post-program sup...

Opportunity for Indiana early-stage companies to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide companies with a focus on life science innovations with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportun...

Opportunity for Colorado early-stage companies to participate in a business development program in eligible locations. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch ...

Opportunity for aspiring USA climate technology entrepreneurs to participate in a program working with advisors and experts. Through this program, these individuals will receive advice and guidance as they explore their ideas' potential and develop commercialization st...

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, for-profits, community-based and faith-based organizations, secondary schools, and post-secondary institutions for initiatives to benefit youth. Funding is intended to introduce local youth to issues related to business...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for community development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to advance economic mobility, strengthen community employment and housing, preserve the local envir...

Grant of $1,000 to a Utah individual in eligible locations for the opportunity to contribute to the local community and develop as an entrepreneur. Funding is intended to support and encourage community members who think creatively and alternatively. Entrepreneurial pu...

Grants of $5,000 to Virginia businesses in eligible regions to foster economic development. Funding is intended for start-up businesses and businesses opening their first location in the region. The program is designed to incentivize strategic business planning and tra...

Grants and in-kind services to Kentucky businesses to encourage innovations in food and agriculture. Funding is intended to promote the advancement of food- and agriculture-related products, services, and technologies. Eligible applicants are currently located in or wi...

Opportunity for North Carolina and Virginia entrepreneurs in eligible areas to pitch their business idea at a live competition and win prizes. Winners of the competition will be awarded a monetary prize and will be eligible to benefit from free consulting services as w...

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 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...

Opportunity for Wyoming businesses from a wide range of industries to participate in a business development program. The program is intended for early-stage companies throughout the state. Successful applicants will participate in a seven-week program and receive mento...

Grants of $10,000 to Canada, Australia, and New Zealand restaurants for disaster relief. Funding is intended to support underinsured restaurants with disaster-related expenses in the wake of a government-declared natural disaster. Eligible uses of funds include operat...

Grants of up to $10,000 to assist and encourage Alaska individuals with disabilities to engage in new business ventures and expansion opportunities. Funding is intended to help people with disabilities enter the business sector. Grants may be used to acquire, open, or ...

Grants of $5,000 to Texas nonprofit arts organizations, creative businesses, and individual artists for public arts projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist new and emerging entities in the creative community and support the production of programmi...

Grants of up to $1,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational entities in eligible regions for programs that address the needs of local residents. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of arts and culture, environment an...

Opportunity for USA banking and fintech companies to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will receive an investment, mentorship, the opportunity to form industry connections, and additional perks, including an exclusive reception during...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut women-owned companies to drive success and promote business development. Funding is intended for projects and activities that will positively impact the growth and profitability of women-led for-profit businesses. Eligible uses of...

Grants to Colorado government agencies for economic development programs that create jobs in rural communities. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support a range of activities, including but not limite...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program to advance their company. Participants will have access to weekly consultations, an investor boot camp, a virtual demo day, networking opportunities, and the use of the fun...

Grants to Illinois IHEs and nonprofit organizations to update tech incubator spaces. Applicants must complete prequalification and required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for capital projects that will improve facilities and equipment in spaces su...

Grants to Colorado and Wyoming startup ventures for the commercialization of innovative products related to the climate and environment. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the growth and advancement of products o...

Opportunity for Texas underserved entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. Participants will receive funds in the form of a loan and a grant, training, professional resources, networking opportunities, tools and technology, and ongoing support th...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Washington community-based, faith-based, and neighborhood organizations for programs to assist street food vendors in obtaining operating permits in eligible regions. Funding is intended for community engagement, program planning and developm...

Awards to Quebec young business leaders to recognize achievements and contributions to the business community. The awards are intended to honor young business people who represent all economic sectors. Candidates will be evaluated based on leadership, achievements, vis...

Awards for Quebec young entrepreneurs in recognition of exceptional contributions to the province's business sector. Ten categories of awards will be distributed. The purpose of the competition is to honor individuals who have demonstrated outstanding business leadersh...