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Grants for Small Businesses & Startups

Explore 1,807 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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1,807 grants found

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits and For-Profits for Tourism

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to New Mexico tourism-related organizations and businesses to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support advertising, publicity, and promoting tourist-related attractions, facilities, and events. Eligible projects and activities m...

GrantWatch ID#: 218895

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Businesses to Address and Prevent Violence

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and businesses for capacity-building efforts that help prevent violence. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to assist organizations and legal entities in need of capac...

GrantWatch ID#: 221163

Grants to USA Researchers at Institutions for Astrophysics Research

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to USA researchers affiliated with nonprofit, for-profit, and government institutions for astrophysics research projects. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 222856

Grants to Israel Businesses to Support the Domestic Artificial Intelligence Industry

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Israel businesses to support the domestic artificial intelligence industry. Funding is intended to increase the number of skilled workers in Israel. Grants are available to find and relocate workers and entrepreneurs in the industry to the country. Fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 231918

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Breast Cancer Research Events

Deadline: 10/16/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants to California community organizations, IHEs, hospitals, businesses, and individuals for events related to breast cancer research. The purpose of the grant program is to support events that foster research and stimulate ideas related to breast cancer. Events...

GrantWatch ID#: 225584

Grants to California Entities and Individuals for Grassroots Breast Cancer Research Events

Deadline: 02/18/27 Conference Date: 09/17/26 LOI Date: 10/29/26

Grants to California community organizations, IHEs, hospitals, businesses, and individuals for grassroots-led events related to breast cancer research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Events may take place in-person, virtually, or in com...

GrantWatch ID#: 225585

Grants and Loans to Ontario For-Profits, IHEs, and Nonprofits to Advance the Forestry and Wood...

Deadline: 10/26/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants and loans to Ontario forest sector businesses, IHEs, and forest-sector related nonprofit organizations to advance the forestry and wood products industry throughout the Province. Applicants must submit a first-stage application prior to applying. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 190895

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Research Groups to Devise Mental Health Interve...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International research groups affiliated with IHEs, hospitals, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, enterprises, and governments to participate in a contest to devise mental health interventions. The purpose of the oppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 229520

Grants to California Tribes and Public and Private Entities for Hydrogen Production Solutions

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to California tribes, public entities, and private entities for establishing hydrogen production and storage facilities. Funding is intended for the establishment of hydrogen production plants located alongside storage solutions in order to reduce the costs...

GrantWatch ID#: 229962

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Companies to Address Autoimmune...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, researchers, students, and companies to participate in a pitch contest to present healing mechanisms for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Areas of interest include dermatology, rheumatology, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 231278

Grants to New York Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Dairy Consumption

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to New York nonprofit entities, research institutions, and private businesses to promote the consumption of dairy products. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the deadline. Funding is intended to strengthen the state's d...

GrantWatch ID#: 231714

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and For-Profits to Develop Life Sciences Innovations

Deadline: 11/06/26 Conference Date: 09/18/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit research institutions and research hospitals partnering with for-profit companies to advance the development of innovations in the life sciences. Funding is intended to encourage the commercialization of therapies, devices, techno...

GrantWatch ID#: 231815

In-Kind Grants to Washington Agencies, Nonprofits, and Groups for Community Events

Deadline: 09/20/26

In-kind grants of event spaces to Washington public agencies, nonprofit volunteer groups, educational organizations, neighborhood groups, and chambers of commerce in eligible locations. Grantees may use city facilities to host events and festivals, economic develo...

GrantWatch ID#: 176457

Grants to Utah Small Businesses to Promote Economic Growth

Deadline: 10/18/26 LOI Date: 09/20/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Utah small businesses to promote economic growth in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to support a range of activities, including capital developments, construction, equipme...

GrantWatch ID#: 212282

Grants to Colorado Research Institutes and Business Partners for Scientific Studies

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants of $50,000 to Colorado research institutions and industry partners for translational quantum research studies. Funding is intended to promote innovations launched out of the lab and to help them along the development path to new programs and businesses. Hig...

GrantWatch ID#: 231846

Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline: 09/21/26

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 rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240

Opportunity for Wisconsin Entrepreneurs to Participate in an Accelerator Program

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin entrepreneurs in eligible regions to participate in a business development program. Participants receive vendor perks, networking opportunities, mentorship, customized coaching, and investor meetings. The program's goal is for graduates t...

GrantWatch ID#: 226908

Grants to Canada Production Companies and Broadcasters for French Media Content

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Canada production companies and broadcasters in multiple provinces for French language-based media content. Funding is intended for production costs related to French content in the genres of documentary, drama, children and youth, performing arts, and v...

GrantWatch ID#: 228553

Agreement to a USA Entity to Maintain a National Estimates of Crime System

Deadline: 09/21/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit, for-profit, or educational organization to improve and maintain a system for developing national estimates of crime and arrest. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 232269

Agreement to a USA Entity to Standardize Criminal History Data for Analysis and Research

Deadline: 09/21/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit, for-profit, or educational organization to standardize criminal history data for statistical analysis and research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. The selected org...

GrantWatch ID#: 232270

Agreement to a USA Entity to Collect and Analyze Probation and Parole Data

Deadline: 09/21/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit organization, for-profit, individual, government agency, or educational organization to collect and analyze data related to probation and parole. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 232271

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Melanoma Survivor Research

Deadline: 10/14/26 LOI Date: 09/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for research related to survivors of melanoma. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 214909

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities to Recruit Melanoma Research Scholars

Deadline: 10/14/26 LOI Date: 09/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to recruit scholars to participate in an academy to pursue melanoma research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 214911

Grants to USA For-Profits, Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Health and Safety Training

Deadline: 10/22/26 LOI Date: 09/22/26

Grants to USA for-profits, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for health and safety training. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support high-quality interd...

GrantWatch ID#: 230455

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Improve the National Oil and Gas Supply Chain

Deadline: 09/22/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, tribes, IHEs, and governments to improve the national oil and gas supply chain. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for research and development to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231556

Grants, Loans, and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Businesses for E...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants, loans, and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and businesses for activities that foster economic growth in eligible locations. Applicants should contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 190907

Grants and Loans to Ontario Businesses for Economic Development Assistance

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants and loans to Ontario businesses for economic development support. Applicants must register in the grant portal and consult with staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist advanced manufacturing companies, with a focus on small and medium-sized b...

GrantWatch ID#: 204456

Grants to Texas Women Small Business Owners for Projects that Promote Business Growth

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of $5,000 to Texas women-owned businesses for innovative projects that promote early-stage business development. Funding is intended to support new initiatives that contribute to the growth and success of the business. Funds may be used for purposes that in...

GrantWatch ID#: 211047

Grants to New York Businesses for Workforce Training Programs

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to New York businesses for workforce training programs to promote clean energy employment. Funding is intended for rigorous and high-quality technical skills training along with career preparation designed to prepare individuals for clean energy jobs. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 228358

Grants to Israel Corporations to Invest in Startup Companies

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Israel corporations to invest in startup companies. Funding is intended for investments in companies at the pre-seed and seed funding stages, with the goals of expanding the number of investments in Israeli technology companies. In addition to grant fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 230120

Grants to New York and Vermont Entities for Artist Residency Programs

Deadline: 09/29/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to New York and Vermont nonprofit organizations, companies, IHEs, and municipalities for artist residency programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for sustainable programs for artists to interpret natural resources through the us...

GrantWatch ID#: 187312

Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Job Training in Correctional Facilities

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies for programs to reduce recidivism through education and job training for incarcerated individuals nearing their release dates. Applicants are advised that required ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202804

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Clinical Psychological Research

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for clinical research related to psychological conditions and/or head trauma. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 214968

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities for Atopic Dermatitis Research

Deadline: 09/24/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and IHEs for atopic dermatitis research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support research ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230670

Grants to Canada For-Profit Production Companies and Broadcasters for Commercially Viable Prog...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada for-profit production companies and broadcasters to support programs that have a high likelihood of commercial success. First-time applicants are required to contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is available through two streams: the Ma...

GrantWatch ID#: 231382

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits, Individuals, and Businesses for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants of $4,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses, and classrooms for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage individuals and groups to come up with simple ideas to solve local environmental p...

GrantWatch ID#: 231687

Awards to Colorado Individuals and Businesses to Recognize Outstanding Charitable Support

Deadline: 09/25/26

Awards to Colorado individuals and businesses in eligible locations to recognize outstanding charitable support and volunteerism within the community. Awards are intended to honor residents who have shown commitment through financial support, dedication, leadershi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162280

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Migratory Bird Habitats

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, tribes, and agencies to restore, protect, and enhance eligible animal habitats. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 180336

Grants to Texas For-Profits, Agencies, and Organizations to Address Dangerous Emissions

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Texas businesses, individuals, government agencies, organizations, and associations for programs and projects that address dangerous emissions. Funding is intended to implement innovative technologies that help to reduce emissions of regulated pollutants...

GrantWatch ID#: 192696

Grants to North Carolina Property Owners and Tenants to Enhance Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina property owners and building tenants to improve commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance parking areas, landscapes, and building exteriors, as well as for the installation of...

GrantWatch ID#: 200012

Grants to North Carolina Property Owners and Tenants to Improve Commercial Structures

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina property owners and tenants to improve commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance parking areas, landscapes, and building exteriors, as well as for the installation of new pede...

GrantWatch ID#: 200013

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Habitat Conservation and Restoration

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA government agencies, organizations, IHEs, private companies, and Tribes in multiple states for habitat conservation and restoration projects in the funding source's service area. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 200773

Grants to USA Organic Farmers for Emergency Assistance

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA agricultural producers for disaster relief efforts. Funding is intended to assist organic farm operations that are struggling to recover from natural disasters, such as floods, extreme weather, and wildfires, which can be challenging...

GrantWatch ID#: 205662

Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to West Virginia nonprofit organizations and for-profit entities for projects and activities that promote tourism in eligible locations. First-time applicants must present ideas to program staff before applying. Funding is intended to market and advertise e...

GrantWatch ID#: 219377

Grants to Connecticut Boards of Education, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Improve Educational ...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Connecticut boards of education, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and nonsectarian organizations for activities to improve the educational outcomes for students. Funding is intended for activities including career and college preparation, academic...

GrantWatch ID#: 223372

Grants to Virginia Commercial Fishermen for Initiatives to Safeguard Fishing Resources

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Virginia commercial fishermen for initiatives to safeguard the state's fishing resources. Funding is intended for activities within the following focus areas: environmental pilot studies regarding fishery habitats, seafood technology, aquaculture, and ma...

GrantWatch ID#: 224112

Grants to USA Agencies, School Districts, Nonprofits, Tribal Entities, For-Profits, and Busine...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA government agencies, school districts, nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, for-profits, and small businesses for international collaborative health research projects. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Research focus should...

GrantWatch ID#: 227287

Grants to USA Agencies to Create Mental Health Service Networks

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies and nonprofit or for-profit mental health agencies to create mental health service networks. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to increase in...

GrantWatch ID#: 227504

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Substance Use Disorder Research

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for substance use disorder research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research on the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230165
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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.

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