Indiana Business and Commerce Grants

This scholarship provides financial assistance to high-achieving graduating high school seniors from specific counties in Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky who plan to pursue higher education.

This program provides financial support to licensed family childcare providers in specific Indiana and Illinois counties to help them overcome barriers to achieving high-quality childcare designations.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that develop innovative resources and services to help adults in the middle or late stages of their careers with reskilling, upskilling, and career navigation, particularly those who are unemployed or underemployed.

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

This scholarship provides financial support to high school seniors in the Greater Cincinnati area, helping them pursue higher education at accredited institutions while fostering community contributions.

This program provides financial support to LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants, cafes, and bars to help them thrive and recover from challenges.

This program provides funding to organizations in Porter County, Indiana, for projects, events, and marketing efforts that attract visitors and boost local tourism.

This program provides financial support to non-profit organizations in Daviess County, Indiana, to help them host public events that promote tourism, cultural experiences, and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Jefferson County, Indiana, for programs that support women and children in areas such as education, economic empowerment, health, and violence prevention.

This program provides financial support to Indiana-based manufacturers, particularly small- and medium-sized enterprises, to adopt advanced smart manufacturing technologies that drive innovation and modernization.

This grant provides financial support to small and mid-sized family farms in the Midwest that focus on sustainable practices and sell their products in the Chicago market.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups focused on developing and empowering African American-owned businesses in Indianapolis by addressing barriers to capital and sustainability.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support affordable housing, economic resilience, financial health, homeownership, and small business development for low- and moderate-income communities across 26 states.

This funding program provides equity-free grants to local entrepreneurs in the Greater Cincinnati Region, supporting early-stage and revenue-generating businesses in sectors like Retail, Manufacturing, and Tech, with a focus on innovation and community impact.

This program provides mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities to early-stage startups focused on innovative transportation solutions, including autonomous vehicles and logistics improvements, to help them grow and attract investment.

This grant provides $25,000 in funding and support to early-stage businesses in the Louisville area that are focused on innovation and economic development.

This program provides $5,000 grants and support to creative entrepreneurs in Illinois and Indiana who are focused on sustainability and business growth.

The Siemer Milling Company Fund, managed by the Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in Effingham County, Illinois, Christian County, Kentucky, and Dearborn County, Indiana, that operate programs aimed at developing leadership skills in youth aged 19 and under, with applications due by October 1, 2024.