221 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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 $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...

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 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 Maryland government agencies, IHEs, regional councils, and nonprofit organizations for programs that further economic growth in designated rural counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support entrepreneur...

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 ...

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Some applicants are required to submit a concept paper and consult with program staff prior to submitting a full...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and environme...

Opportunity for Wyoming individuals and teams to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to promote product development and provide a roadmap for testing new ideas. Successful applicants will participate in a month-long workshop and will ...

Grants of $5,000 and in-kind training support to Ontario fledgling businesses in eligible regions. Funding is intended for businesses that are less than three years old. In addition to funds, participating business owners will receive instruction in business planning, ...

Grants of $1,500 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 ...

Award to a Canada Indigenous individual or business with a majority Indigenous ownership to recognize leadership in business. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs that exhibit the following qualities: strong business leadership; exemplary safety and envir...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International under-resourced entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program in the United States. In addition to funding, participants will receive mentorship and vendor perks and will attend a reception at which they can prese...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational entities to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for proposals focusing on business and entrepreneurship; environment and natural resources; ed...