Grants for Individuals - Business and Commerce

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that strengthen U.S.-Benin partnerships in areas like counterterrorism, democratic governance, media integrity, English education, and economic empowerment.

The StartHER Grant Program by Texas Woman’s University offers financial support ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to women-owned startups in Texas, to be used for business-related activities such as purchasing equipment, marketing, and property improvements, with the aim of fostering growth and success in businesses that are five years old or less and meet specific eligibility criteria.

This program provides free educational resources and personalized support to aspiring and existing food industry entrepreneurs in San Juan County, New Mexico, to help them grow and sustain their businesses.

This funding opportunity provides up to $5,000 for individuals and community groups in Shoreline to implement projects that positively impact the environment and engage the community.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that strengthen collaboration and cultural exchange between the U.S. and Cyprus, focusing on education, STEM, business ties, and intercommunal dialogue.

This award provides $2,500 to recognize and support individuals in Minnesota or nearby Native Nations who have demonstrated significant leadership and innovation in the creative sector over at least a decade.

This program provides early-stage startups in Cincinnati with free mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities to help them grow and prepare for investment.

This program recognizes and promotes innovative products, services, or ideas from various sectors in Wisconsin, encouraging applications and nominations from individuals and organizations across the state.

This program provides funding to support projects that enhance Michigan's food and agriculture sector, particularly focusing on underserved communities through initiatives like urban agriculture, food processing, and improved access to healthy foods.

This initiative provides financial support and resources to empower women entrepreneurs in the U.S. to achieve business success while prioritizing their personal well-being.

This program provides $10,000 in funding and mentorship to Black and Brown female-identifying beauty brand founders in the U.S. with annual revenues between $10,000 and $1 million, helping them grow their businesses and potentially reach new markets.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that aim to improve economic mobility and create equitable opportunities, particularly in Kansas City and similar mid-sized cities, by addressing systemic barriers in education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship.

This grant provides matching funds to property and business owners in Rochester, Minnesota, to improve commercial properties and enhance the local economy.

This grant provides financial support to professional artists in San Antonio for the creation and presentation of new artistic works across various disciplines.

This program provides funding to small and mid-sized food businesses in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah to help them expand their market access and improve their operations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community events in Salt Lake City that promote cultural enrichment and economic benefits, prioritizing free events and those that foster diversity and neighborhood unity.

This grant provides financial support to authors of children's and young adult novels who have received critical acclaim but lack significant commercial success, helping them complete their literary projects.

This program provides microgrants to craft artists in the U.S. to help them prepare for emergencies, enhance studio safety, and ensure career continuity, with a focus on supporting BIPOC and folk artists.

This initiative provides $5,000 in unrestricted funding to women-led for-profit businesses in the U.S. with annual revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000, supporting their growth and community impact.

This competition provides funding and support for women entrepreneurs in the U.S. to help them develop and scale their business ideas.