Grants for Individuals - Business and Commerce

This grant provides financial support to women entrepreneurs across various industries, offering multiple funding opportunities throughout the year to help both established and early-stage businesses thrive.

This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.

This funding initiative provides $25,000 in micro-grants to support mother-owned businesses in the U.S. that create jobs and contribute to their communities.

This program provides financial assistance to eligible sidewalk vendors in unincorporated Los Angeles County to help them comply with new regulations and recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and technical assistance projects that aim to boost job creation and economic development in distressed communities across the U.S. and its territories.

This funding initiative provides financial support to established farmers, food producers, and small local businesses within 100 miles of Menomonie Market Food Co-op to enhance their operations and promote sustainable local food systems.

This grant provides funding for innovative projects and programs that align with NOAA's strategic goals, targeting researchers, educators, and organizations focused on oceanic and atmospheric research.

This program provides mentorship and resources at no cost to young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 in the U.S. to help them develop and scale their startups.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for non-U.S. citizen alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Latvia to implement community projects that promote democratic values and strengthen U.S.-Latvia relations.

This program provides financial support to property owners in downtown Alpena for significant exterior improvements that enhance the historic character and visual appeal of their buildings.

This program provides financial support to businesses in North Dakota focused on developing value-added agriculture initiatives that enhance economic growth, create jobs, and utilize local agricultural products.

This program provides financial assistance to property owners and tenants in Dallas' Downtown Urban Renewal District for permanent improvements to commercial buildings, enhancing the area's economic vitality and visual appeal.

This grant provides matching funds to small and medium-sized farms in New York State for safety improvements and repairs to reduce injuries and enhance workplace safety.

This funding opportunity provides $25,000 grants to women-owned businesses that have previously won smaller monthly grants, supporting their growth and development across various industries.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Idaho that implement programs to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families and addressing critical issues like trauma and poverty.

This competition provides college students in Utah with the opportunity to win cash and prizes for developing innovative business ideas, while also offering mentorship and resources to help launch their ventures.

This initiative provides $1,500 in funding, training, and mentorship to first-time entrepreneurs in the St. Louis area, helping them turn their business ideas into reality.

This funding initiative provides financial support to Tennessee-based agricultural, food, and forestry businesses, as well as nonprofits and local governments, to enhance market access, increase production capacity, and promote innovation in the agricultural sector.

This grant provides funding to organizations and individuals in Georgia to empower female entrepreneurs by offering essential business training, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help them launch or grow their businesses.

This competition provides financial support and resources to Brooklyn residents looking to start or grow community-focused businesses.