Small Business Grant Programs

Browse 8 grant programs — free funding with no repayment required.

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SBIR / STTR Federal Grant Program

Multiple Federal Agencies (SBA coordinated)

$150K – $2.0M6–12 monthshard difficulty

The largest source of early-stage R&D funding in the US. Available to for-profit businesses under 500 employees doing research with commercial potential. Phase I up to $275K, Phase II up to $2M.

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Amber Grant for Women

WomensNet

$10K – $25K1 montheasy difficulty

Monthly grant of $10,000 awarded to women-owned businesses. One recipient per month also receives a year-end $25,000 grant. No industry restrictions. Application is short and straightforward.

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Hivers and Strivers Military Grant

Hivers and Strivers

$250K – $1.0M3–6 monthsmedium difficulty

Equity investment and grant funding specifically for businesses started by US military veterans. Focuses on early-stage companies with high growth potential.

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DigitalUndivided BIG Fund Grant

DigitalUndivided

$5K – $50K2–4 monthsmedium difficulty

Grant funding for Black and Latina women founders, specifically in tech-enabled businesses. Program includes mentorship, networking, and business development support in addition to funding.

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USDA Rural Energy for America (REAP) Grant

U.S. Department of Agriculture

$3K – $1.0M3–6 monthsmedium difficulty

Grants and loan guarantees for rural small businesses to install renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements. Covers up to 25% of project costs.

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NEA Our Town Community Grant

National Endowment for the Arts

$25K – $150K6–12 monthshard difficulty

Federal grants for creative placemaking projects that help communities transform using arts and culture. For arts organizations partnering with local governments or community partners.

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FedEx Small Business Grant Contest

FedEx

$15K – $50K3–4 months (annual cycle)medium difficulty

Annual grant contest open to US-based small businesses. Up to $50,000 in grants plus FedEx services. Winners selected by public vote and expert judges. Opens annually in early spring.

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Halstead Grant for Jewelry Artists

Halstead

$8K – $8K3–4 months (annual cycle)easy difficulty

Annual grant exclusively for small jewelry business owners in startup phase. One $7,500 grant awarded annually. Includes mentorship and additional prize packages worth thousands more.

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