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Virginia grants for Small businesses

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Smart Start Business Acceleration Grant Program
$5,000
Portsmouth Economic Development Authority (EDA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2025

This program provides funding to small businesses and eligible nonprofits in Portsmouth, Virginia, to support their growth and infrastructure improvements through a matching reimbursement model.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Smart Start Business Development Grant
$2,000
Portsmouth Economic Development Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Portsmouth, Virginia, that are newly established or have been operating for up to three years, helping them with essential development expenses to promote growth and entrepreneurship.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
City Buena Vista Faรงade Improvement Grant Program
$5,000
City of Buena Vista Economic Development Department (EDA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to commercial property owners, eligible tenants, and owners of visually blighted residential properties in Buena Vista to improve the exterior appearance of their buildings and enhance the city's business districts.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Business Equipment Acquisition Program Grant
$20,000
Roanoke County Economic Development Authority (EDA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to for-profit businesses in Roanoke County and the Town of Vinton to help them purchase essential capital equipment that boosts their operations and productivity.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
VTC Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Grant Program
$5,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small tourism-related businesses in Virginia to enhance their marketing efforts and attract visitors during the off-peak travel season.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
HOME Investment Partnerships Program
Contact for amount
City of Norfolk
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations for initiatives that create and improve affordable housing for low-income families in Norfolk.

Housing
Nonprofits
Botetourt County Small Business Grant Program
$6,000
Botetourt County Department of Economic Development (Economic Development Authority)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Botetourt County, Virginia, to help them grow and create jobs through targeted assistance for eligible expenses.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Project Outside Grant
$30,000
Roanoke Outside Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity supports outdoor improvement projects and businesses in the Roanoke region, enhancing recreational activities like hiking, biking, and fishing.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Black History Makers Business Grant Program
$5,000
Citi Trends
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

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

Business and Commerce
County governments
VTC VA250 Tourism Marketing Program
$10,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to Virginia-based organizations for marketing commemorative events and programs celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, focusing on themes of history, freedom, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Arts
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The FREIGHT Program
$8,000,000
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides funding to freight rail operators, local governments, and private companies in Virginia to improve rail network capacity and enhance transportation options for businesses.

Transportation
City or township governments
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Contact for amount
City of Richmond Housing & Community Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial resources to developers and organizations working to create and improve affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents in Richmond.

Housing
Nonprofits
Youth Environmental Education
$10,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides funding for organizations to engage youth in environmental education and stewardship projects throughout the Chesapeake Bay region, focusing on hands-on learning and community action.

Community Development
City or township governments
Launch Grant
$50,000
Commonwealth Commercialization Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides $50,000 to early-stage Virginia startups that are in the pre-product phase and have not yet generated revenue, helping them advance their innovative ideas and attract future investments.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Workforce Housing Investment Program
$5,000,000
Virginia Housing
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofits in Virginia to develop affordable housing for middle-income workers near job centers, helping to address housing shortages that affect workforce retention.

Housing
Nonprofits
CFCBR Community Grants Program
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 24, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed for nonprofit organizations serving Staunton, Waynesboro, and the surrounding counties in Virginia, focusing on innovative programs that address community needs.

Arts
City or township governments
Start Small Campbell Grants
$5,000
Campbell County Department of Economic Development (CCDED)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to new businesses in Campbell County, Virginia, helping them grow and succeed through entrepreneurial training and mentorship.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Smart Start Business Development Grant Program
$2,000
Portsmouth Economic Development Authority (EDA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2025

This program provides financial support to early-stage businesses and nonprofit organizations in Portsmouth, Virginia, to help them grow and build their capacity through specific approved expenses.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
FAIME Award Nominations
Contact for amount
Loudoun County Disability Services Board
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This award recognizes Loudoun County organizations and businesses that excel in creating inclusive workplaces and promoting equitable employment practices for individuals with disabilities.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Charlottesville Affordable Housing Fund Grant
$823,000
City of Charlottesville
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit and eligible for-profit developers to create and maintain affordable housing for low- to moderate-income households in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Housing
Nonprofits