217 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs to support scientific research and development that will lead to the commercialization of products, services, and processes. Funding is intended to provide researchers from all scientific and engine...

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

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...

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs to benefit African American girls and women. Funding is intended to support organizations that work to transform the lives of women and girls through education, health, leadership development, ...

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 USA, Canada, and International medtech startups to participate in an accelerator program. Participants will have access to mentoring, industry speakers, networking opportunities, a pitch night, and an assortment of vendor perks. This program will be a v...

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind donations valued at up to $500 to USA minority-owned small businesses. Funding is intended to promote entrepreneurship and support business owners who are women, people of color, and of low to moderate income. Grants are designed to suppor...

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 $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact fa...

Opportunity for Oklahoma early-stage companies in eligible locations 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 ...

Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs from underserved communities for professional development and business assistance. Funding is intended to support individuals in financial need, who are actively making a social impact. In addition to a cash gra...

Grants of up to $25,000 and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a p...

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that benefit the Black community. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support general operating expenses and projects or ...

Grants of up to $50,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended for innovative activities and industry-advancement projects that are important to the area's futur...

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 of up to $3,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations, municipalities and public agencies, and school districts to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects, capacity-building efforts, and start-up ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for research projects and public engagement programs that address a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, entrepreneurship, science, society, and religion. Applicants must submit an online f...

Grants of up to $5,000 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 support...

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 and Minnesota nonprofit organizations and public entities in eligible locations to increase entrepreneurship, enhance civic infrastructure, and attract talent to the region. The Foundation seeks collaboration among people from different economic ...

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...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canada nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities for research projects in any sector. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve research ch...

Grants to Washington nonprofits in eligible counties to improve the lives of local residents through programs that promote self-sufficiency. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects and activities within the focus areas o...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, accredited colleges and universities, and for-profit start-ups to expedite bioscience innovation. The funding focuses on bioscience discoveries that can be introduced into commercial markets quickly in order to assist heal...

Grants to Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Programs and pr...

Opportunity for USA post-9/11 veterans with service-related disabilities to participate in a program to develop skills and resources related to business management and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive training and mentoring as well as travel and lodging. Pro...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to benefit youth and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and future-ready youth. Funding i...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to positively impact communities. Focus areas include education and workforce development, financial literacy, small businesses, environment, clean energy, and disaster relief. Applicants in priority loca...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Manitoba young entrepreneurs to support business start-up costs and capital expenses. Funding is intended to encourage young adults between the ages of 18 to 29 to launch full-time viable businesses within the province and pursue self-employm...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities in eligible areas to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for programs and projects in focus areas including arts and literacy, health and human service...

Grants to Northwest Territories businesses and entrepreneurs to foster economic development. Funding is available in the following categories: micro-business, entrepreneur support, community economic development, sector support, and business intelligence and networking...

Grants to Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon private and public organizations, including businesses, social enterprises, government agencies, and non-federal entities, to expand operations in order to strengthen the northern economy. Priority is given to program...

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government entities for charitable programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that are consistent with the Foundation's mission, values, and vision, and strive to develop local leadership, entrepreneu...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio individuals and organizations in eligible locations to support for-profit gardening ventures. Funding is intended to assist entrepreneurs in advancing the local food system so that residents have access to healthy, fresh, and affordable f...

Grants to Michigan, Washington, and California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for activities that address the needs of local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of empowerment and nutrition, health, and wellness...

Grants of up to $1,500 per year to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to support ongoing programs that benefit the local community. Eligible focus areas include arts and literacy, education, health and human services, civ...

Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, includ...

Grants to Wisconsin charities, groups, and individuals for activities that enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Interested applicants are required to contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support large-scale initiatives in the areas of t...

Opportunity for USA veteran business owners to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist veterans with successful reintegration into civilian life by providing them with coaching and tools in management, marketing, financial topic...

Grants, investments, loans, and services to Maine organizations, individuals, and businesses to support innovation in key industries. Funding is intended to encourage improvements to existing services, products, and processes or to develop new concepts. The goal is to ...

Grants of up to $1,000 to California and Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for projects to benefit local residents. Eligible initiatives expand knowledge, improve well-being, and support arts and cultural experiences. Eligible applicants are located i...

Grants to New York and Michigan nonprofit organizations for programs to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible counties. Requests are encouraged for innovative projects that address local needs and solve important community problems. Eligible appli...

Fellowships of up to $30,000 to Ontario individuals associated with nonprofit organizations or IHEs to pursue projects related to the performing arts, the environment, or improving inclusiveness in local economies. Applicants must consult with staff and submit an expre...

Grants to USA nonprofits in multiple states for activities to benefit local communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Organizations located in select counties in Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Texas are eli...

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations and government entities for activities that strengthen and unify communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects t...