216 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants to British Columbia First Nation communities, Indigenous organizations, for-profit businesses, and entrepreneurs to address food insecurity. Funding is intended to create, expand, or strengthen Indigenous food systems and to improve the sustainability and growth...

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...

Opportunity for Michigan startups to participate in an accelerator program. The program includes mentorship from experienced professionals, a variety of valuable resources, access to funding, and ongoing support after the conclusion of the program. Preference is given ...

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 and in-kind support to USA and Puerto Rico entrepreneurs to promote business growth and development. Applicants who qualify as finalists will participate in a pitch competition and may take part in an accelerator program that offers mentorship, resources, and su...

Opportunity for Michigan individuals to participate in an entrepreneurial contest and receive funding of up to $10,000. The opportunity allows individuals to develop and pitch business ideas that will improve teaching or learning through the use of technology. Winners ...

Opportunity for Arkansas 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 present...

Fellowships to USA young innovators in multiple states for ideas to transform their communities. Funding is intended for projects that address community issues, utilize existing local assets, and employ collaboration as a tool to design their innovation. Applicants mus...

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 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 $10,000, grant of $50,000, and in-kind support to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support businesses. Funding is intended to help businesses reach their full potential. In addition to the cash grant, winners will also receive assistance with small busine...

Opportunity for Wisconsin students and technologists in eligible locations to participate in a business development program in the artificial intelligence sector. The program allows aspiring entrepreneurs to work with their program director to identify a problem to sol...

Opportunity for Wisconsin students, technologists, and entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a workshop to help develop startups related to artificial intelligence. Participants will receive coaching and mentorship and an opportunity to continue on to a...

Grants and in-kind support of marketing and technology services to Massachusetts, Michigan, Tennessee, Washington, and Utah small businesses and entrepreneurs in eligible areas. The purpose of this program is to support businesses in local communities with in-kind dona...

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...

Opportunity for USA and International startups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development boot camp and competition. Applicants must have a promising early-stage idea focused on climate change. Participants will attend a boot camp and national competiti...

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 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to provide support for veteran entrepreneurs. Funding is intended for programs that offer business, technical, or other types of assistance as well as entrepreneurship training opportunities. The purpose of the funding progra...

Grant of $1,000 to a USA entrepreneur or business owner to boost their business. Funding is intended to assist the business in reaching the next level it is aiming for, such as scaling operations or launching a new product. Grant funds must be used exclusively for legi...

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 of $10,000 and in-kind services to USA and Puerto Rico eBay sellers for business development. Funding is intended to support operations and expansion for small, highly-rated eBay businesses. In addition to a cash grant, selected grantees will receive coaching, e...

Opportunity for Israel and International companies and startups to participate in a contest related to the oceanic environment. Awards will be given to entries that demonstrate solutions and initiatives to protect marine life. Entries will be evaluated based on innovat...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

Opportunity for USA startups to participate in an accelerator program to scale their prototypes and bring them to market. Funding, mentorship, and other support will be provided to selected companies for innovative engineering and/or technology solutions focused on sus...

Opportunity for Kentucky and Indiana entrepreneurs in eligible counties to participate in a business accelerator program. Participants will receive a $25,000 grant as well as mentorship, coaching, and support to help grow their early-stage businesses. The purpose of th...

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit Native organizations for tourism activities that reflect the values of Native Hawaiian culture and heritage. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying and may take as long as one month. The purpose...

Opportunity for Kansas, Missouri, and Texas artists to participate in a training program to gain entrepreneurial skills. The eight-week seminar addresses the challenges and business-related needs of artists. The program includes networking with artists of multiple disc...

Opportunity for USA women entrepreneurs from the Asian-Pacific community to compete for prizes for innovative projects and products that impact communities. The purpose of the competition is to encourage and support entrepreneurs who are addressing real-world problems,...

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, North Dakota, 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 focu...

Opportunity for Massachusetts startup companies and entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants a stipend, fundraising opportunities, curated resources, workshops, and a network o...

Opportunity for Alabama start-ups focusing on energy and climate-related technology to participate in a business development program in eligible locations. The opportunity is intended for participation in a mentorship-based program that assists startups that focus on a...

Opportunity for Maryland start-ups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business accelerator program. The purpose of the program is to support early-stage teams addressing issues in healthcare with new tech. Solutions that incorporate artificial intelligence are of pa...

Opportunity for Ohio start-ups and entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program. The purpose of the program is to provide support to innovators utilizing software solutions to address worldwide issues. Areas of interest include healthcare, fintech, climate te...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and start-ups to participate in a business accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide support and funding to founders with innovative solutions that foster economic mobility for low-to-moderate incom...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startup companies and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants a stipend, fundraising opportunities, curated resources, workshops, and a network of cor...

Opportunity for Minnesota startup companies focused on food sustainability in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants fundraising opportunities, workshops, curated resources, and a network of ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International start-up companies and entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide companies with opportunities for growth and success through mentorship, workshops, re...

Opportunity for California tech startups to participate in a business accelerator program in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support early-stage businesses in the aerospace industry. Participating companies will have access to the industry's world ...

Grants of $3,000 and in-kind support to Minnesota young women for projects and activities that encourage leadership development. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of economic opportunity, safety and well-being, and young women's leadership. In additio...

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...

Fellowships to Minnesota for-profit and nonprofit entrepreneurs and leaders in eligible regions to address challenges in society while developing their leadership and business skills. Fellows benefit from a cash stipend, educational opportunities, resources such as men...

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 of up to $1,500 to Arizona artists to participate in career development projects and opportunities. Funding may be used to cultivate new professional skills, introduce artistic work to new markets, and encourage artistic entrepreneurship. Eligible projects shoul...

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs for business development. Funding is intended to allow small businesses to purchase a commercial vehicle to improve the functioning of the company. A commercial vehicle is defined as any truck, car, bus, van, o...