189 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to Missouri entrepreneurs at nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible locations to develop new ideas. The program is intended as a professional development opportunity for first-time entrepreneurs in the early stages of a ...

Grants of up to $2,000 to Virginia for-profit and nonprofit organizations to promote business development and strengthen capacity in eligible locations. Applicants must complete a certification course before applying. Funding is intended to assist new and recently esta...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program related to women's health. The purpose of the accelerator is to generate nutrition-based solutions that address women's physical and mental health. Areas of interest includ...

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that promote entrepreneurial innovation and education in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for business-related activities and projects that benefit the res...

Opportunity for Missouri technology startups to participate in an investment program to facilitate business growth. Applicants are welcome from early-stage companies and entrepreneurs. Areas of focus include biomedical science, animal health, plant science, defense and...

Grants of up to $2,500 to New Hampshire professional artists for career advancement opportunities. Funding is intended to encourage artists to participate in programs that will enhance their careers and bring their small businesses to the next level. The goal of the gr...

Opportunity for USA startup businesses to participate in a business accelerator program. This opportunity is intended for companies founded by Black entrepreneurs. Companies from all stages of development are welcome to apply. Accepted startups receive 12 weeks of ment...

Competition for USA and Canada college or university students in eligible areas to address environmental problems. Funding is intended for student-led teams to define an environmental issue, create a solution, develop a prototype, and design a business plan. Teams are ...

Opportunity for USA higher education students to participate in an internship program during the summer. Undergraduate and graduate students interested in entrepreneurship or venture capital may apply for an internship. Selected student interns will work at an entrepre...

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 and sponsorships to Colorado and Oklahoma nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding will be awarded to programs in the areas of education, community, human services, and journalism. Funding...

Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and groups for training and workforce development within the tourism industry. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and First Nations governments and entities to promote local tourism. Funding is intended to support the development of early-stage entrepreneurs offering attractions and services in the t...

Opportunity for USA and Canada health-related startup companies to participate in a business development program in Alabama. The opportunity is intended to connect innovative health tech startups with the capital, mentoring, and connections they need to build and grow ...

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 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...

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 Kansas and Missouri organizations for long-term projects that foster economic mobility in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the design and implementation of projects in the priority focus areas of entrepreneurship, career and workforce development, an...

Grants to Kansas and Missouri organizations for research projects that address issues related to economic mobility in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the design and implementation of research related to the focus areas of career and workforce development, ent...

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 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...

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 ...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government units, K-12 educational institutions, and IHEs in eligible locations for general operations and for activities that help transform the quality of life for local residents. Focus areas include community and economic...

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...

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 ...

Opportunity for Massachusetts 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 pr...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to positively impact the lives of women and girls. Funding is intended to support a broad range of programs, with an emphasis on projects that advance the dignity and financial security of women and promote the s...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support business growth and development for female entrepreneurs. Focus areas include capacity building, advancing ecosystems, strengthening resources, and providing educational opportunities for women and girls...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit local families and communities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an LOI before submitting a full proposal. Areas of focus include employment, food security, entrepreneurship, and educatio...

Grants of $2,000 to Wisconsin women in eligible counties for assistance in starting a new business. Funding may be used to help women with existing businesses, but priority is given to applicants requesting funds for businesses in the start-up phase. Eligible applicant...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International tech startup companies in the insurance industry to participate in a business development program. Program participants receive cash investments, networking opportunities, coaching, and mentorship, as well as office space....

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs that address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for innovative ideas and strategies that respond to community concerns. Funding is available for seed grants, capacity building, and general...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for educational business enterprise and philanthropy programs for youth in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application at least one month prior to the grant deadline...

Grants and in-kind support to USA early-stage jewelry designers for career-building activities. In addition to the cash grant, merchandise, feedback, and industry recognition will be given to emerging entrepreneurs who work primarily in silver. The purpose of the progr...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, school districts, and institutions of higher education in eligible locations for programs that address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to suppor...

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...

In-kind support to Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, public schools, libraries, and community centers for initiatives to support educators and students. Participants will receive access to the program software and program-related support materials. ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts individual artists and organizations in eligible counties to promote artistic advancement and the creation of new work in any arts discipline. Funding is intended to support both emerging artists and es...

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is for programs in the focus areas of safety from violence, health and wellness, and economic empowe...

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit the Jewish community in eligible locations. Previous grant recipients must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of education and ...

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations, schools, and public municipalities for programs in education, the environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations that contribute to and positively impact th...

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and public entities, including libraries and schools in eligible locations to increase entrepreneurship, enhance civic infrastructure, and attract talent to the region. The Foundation seeks collaboration among people from ...

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for innovative grassroots projects that benefit eligible communities. Priority is given to projects that seek to help cities expand economic opportunity, attract and retain talented people, and create a culture of engage...

Opportunity for New York start-up companies in eligible areas to participate in a business development program, qualify for funding, and receive in-kind mentoring and business development consulting services. The program is designed to help startups by providing free c...

Grants to Alberta Métis entrepreneurs for assistance in expanding a small business or funding a start-up. Funding is intended to support new and expanding business ventures with non-repayable grants. This is not a stand-alone grant. In order to receive this grant, the...

Fellowships to Kentucky founders of high-tech companies seeking to accelerate their business during the startup phase. This mentor-driven program is designed to meet the particular needs of high tech startups and runs according to a flexible timeline, unique to the com...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals throu...