Private Business and Commerce Grants

This program provides financial support of up to $25,000 to women-owned small businesses in Connecticut that have previously received WBDC funding and are seeking to expand their operations through targeted investments.

This grant provides financial support to veteran women entrepreneurs in Texas to help them grow and strengthen their small businesses through innovative projects.

This grant provides financial support to early-career scientists in the U.S. to pursue innovative research in food and agriculture, helping them overcome funding challenges as they establish their careers.

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 program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene, helping them recover and resume operations.

This grant provides flexible funding to grassroots organizations and emerging nonprofits in Evanston, Illinois, that are dedicated to promoting racial equity and addressing systemic inequities in the community.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Tillamook County, Oregon, for projects that promote economic development and enhance community livability, with a focus on creating lasting physical assets.

This grant provides financial support and leadership resources to female entrepreneurs dedicated to creating positive social change through their businesses.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that empower ALICE families in the Greater Chattanooga area by promoting children's opportunities, economic mobility, and community connectivity.

This grant provides funding to local organizations, community groups, and schools in the Inland Empire region of South Carolina to support projects that protect and restore native plant populations while educating the public about their ecological importance.

This grant recognizes and honors businesses and nonprofit organizations in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky that demonstrate outstanding ethical practices and integrity in their operations and customer relationships.

This grant recognizes and supports young entrepreneurs and new business owners who demonstrate trustworthiness and positively impact their communities through ethical business practices.

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

This program provides funding to non-profits, businesses, tribes, and municipalities in Central Oregon for tourism-related projects that promote sustainability, cultural preservation, and community engagement.

This funding initiative provides $25,000 in grants to support innovative STEAM educational programs in public K-12 schools, districts, and charters throughout San Diego County.

This grant provides financial support for Penn State undergraduate students to pursue independent summer projects in various fields, fostering creativity and academic exploration.

This program provides $2,000 in funding and consulting services to support creative entrepreneurs in specific Pennsylvania counties, with a focus on BIPOC individuals and those from low-income communities.

This program provides funding to communities along Route 66 for projects that preserve historical sites, enhance visitor experiences, and promote economic growth.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofits, schools, and municipalities in the Adirondack region to address critical community needs and promote long-term improvements in basic needs, education, and economic vitality.

This program provides financial support and resources to entrepreneurs looking to start, relocate, or expand businesses in Downtown Lynchburg, Virginia, with a focus on creating new amenities for the community.