223 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

In-kind grants of creative and marketing services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, educational, and service organizations and government agencies to improve communications and brand value. The goal of the program is to help organizations strengthen the mark...

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico entrepreneurs in creative industries to participate in a business development program. In addition to receiving a $5,000 grant, entrepreneurs will be able to participate in a coaching program and have access to other educational and ...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and Tribes for local workforce and economic development initiatives that benefit eligible counties. Focus areas include housing, entrepreneurship, mentoring and internship programs, an...

Grants to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and school districts for programs and projects to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Applicants must register in the grants portal and supply an LOI prior to applying. Funding is inte...

Opportunity for USA and Canada startups to participate in a three-month technology accelerator program. The purpose of the accelerator is to devise climate tech and sustainability solutions and to help startups grow their companies. Participating startups will receive ...

Opportunity for Indiana small businesses to participate in a business accelerator program. Program participants will receive mentoring, networking opportunities, vendor perks, brainstorming opportunities, and continuous support following the accelerator. The program go...

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...

Grants to Prince Edward Island entrepreneurs for product and business development. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities and expenses, including but not limited to capital purchases, marketing research, product development, and professional and cons...

Opportunity for Texas start-ups in eligible locations to participate in a business development program and compete for a chance to secure funding of up to $40,000. The opportunity is a highly competitive, intensive 8-12 week program designed to help companies effective...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations and public schools for youth educational programs in business innovation and philanthropy in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. Eligible programs must serve participa...

Grants to Canada arts- and music-based nonprofit associations and for-profit companies to support events and productions. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to promote projects that increase the national and inte...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program. Applications are welcome from businesses in all industries, verticals, and models. Participants will receive investment funding, mentoring, deals and perks, and ne...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a condi...

Grants to Ontario registered charities, nonprofit organizations, community organizations, municipalities, and public institutions for initiatives and projects that promote financial literacy and security in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support individuals a...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to support the development and sustainability of BIPOC-owned small businesses in eligible regions. Funding is intended to fill gaps within available resources to ensure that servic...

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 intended...

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 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 $15,000 to Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington agriculturalists in the funding source's service area for start-up expenses. Funding is intended to support operational development for new farmers. Eligible applicants are those located i...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to support health and education projects, as well as entrepreneurial ventures. Funding is intended for specific projects, capital improvements, and direct program costs. Additionally, programs that offer support to people during ti...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

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...

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, 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 focus include economic developm...

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,...

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...

Opportunity for USA and Canada entrepreneurs in multiple areas to participate in a program focusing on business growth and networking. Six companies will be chosen to participate and will receive a funding investment and 12 weeks of mentoring and networking opportuniti...

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 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,...

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...

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 of up to $1,500, 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. Funding is intended to strengthen the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, support existing business...

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 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 ...

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 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, ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community development initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended for start-up projects, equipment purchases, and capital improvements. In general, grant requests are limit...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program in the US. The program is intended to allow emerging, high-growth businesses to access funding and join a mentorship and coaching program that includes one-on-one m...

Opportunity for Alabama underserved entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business accelerator program. Successful applicants will participate in a seven-week individualized mentorship program. The program includes pitching and networking opportunitie...

Opportunity for Nevada emerging companies in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The accelerator program provides start-ups specializing in advanced energy systems, industry efficiency technologies, and sustainable solutions with mentor...

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local residents in counties where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support projects and activities within the focus areas of education, arts, and professional developme...

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the lives of local residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support programs and projects within a wide variety of focus areas, including but not limited to, basic needs, arts ...

Grants to USA organizations for projects that promote social equity and racial justice. The purpose of funding is to increase access to opportunities and promote more equitable outcomes for minorities. Funding priorities include projects related to education, entrepren...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to serve under-resourced communities with programs addressing the following areas of interest: quality education; economic ...