Grants for Small Businesses & Startups

Grants to Ontario businesses for technology projects in the automotive and mobility industries. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support testing, development, validation, and demonstration of technologies in one o...

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal Nations to make existing scientific data accessible to Artificial Intelligence. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application...

Grants and In-kind support to Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Indiana farmers, food producers, suppliers, and distributors, schools, nonprofits, government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, and small businesses to improve food options at schools. Funding is intended for ...

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, for-profit companies, schools, First Nations, and artists for joint art projects conducted throughout the province. Collaborations between artists and organizations must be initiated prior to applying. Funding is int...

Grants to Vermont producer associations and service provider organizations for activities that benefit businesses within the state’s forestry, food, and agricultural sectors. Applicants must register with the online application system prior to applying. Funding ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International cultural institutions, nonprofit organizations, artists, art platforms, and contemporary art festivals or biennials for the creation of original artwork. A Letter of Intent must be submitted prior to applying. The funding s...

Grants of up to $12,500 to Ontario music management businesses to benefit the local music industry. Funding is intended for travel and marketing activities that are part of a comprehensive export development plan. Program goals include maximizing return on investm...

Grants to Ohio nonprofits, government agencies, park districts, sewage authorities, government-sponsored businesses, schools, and health departments for recycling and litter reduction activities. Funding is intended for equipment used to collect and process recycl...

Awards to Delaware individuals, organizations, and for-profit entities in eligible regions to recognize outstanding dedication to the local tourism industry during the past year. Awards will be presented in categories that relate to encouraging and enriching touri...

Grants of up to $50,000 to California school districts, hospitals, IHEs, corporate campuses, and entertainment and sports venues in eligible locations to make the switch to reusable foodware. Funding is intended to reduce the use of disposable foodware. All applic...

Loans to North Dakota businesses for the commercialization of intellectual property. Eligible industries include agriculture, energy, healthcare, data management, and more. Funding is intended for working capital expenses that are directly connected to the project...

Grants to Canada nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, research institutions, and researchers to improve the quality of life for children and youth with neurodisabilities. Funding is available for the development and commercialization of new systems, produ...

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for research using data from specific trials for ALS treatments. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, businesses, and government agencies for cancer research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to develop innovative t...

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government entities, and private entities for research projects and activities related to the evolution of the solar system. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to app...

Grants to British Columbia farmers, agricultural research institutions, nonprofit organizations, processing companies, and farming operations for activities that benefit the agricultural industry in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that provide...

Grants to Illinois businesses, cultural establishments, and nonprofit organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support commercial rehabilitation and construction projects for entities that include, but are not limited to sto...

Grants to Maine nonprofit and for-profit organizations, regional entities, government agencies, and IHEs to help municipal and tribal governments prepare for and enroll in clean energy programs. Proposals should include plans for community engagement and solutions...

Grants to Alaska nonprofit and for-profit organizations, foundations, government agencies, and tribal entities to benefit individuals with mental illness. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to support pilot prog...

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and individuals for events and projects that increase tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations in hosting events that will promote a positive image to potential vis...

Loans to Utah agricultural producers to mitigate losses incurred due to disasters. Funding is intended to help agricultural producers address extraordinary circumstances related to declared disasters that have resulted in production losses. Loans may be used to c...

Grants to Utah businesses for workforce development opportunities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist companies that provide new high-paying jobs in rural counties or in cities and towns with a population of up to 10,000 residents. Programs must t...

Grants of up to $20,000 to UK and Israel researchers affiliated with institutions of higher education for programs related to sustainable growth. The purpose of the program is to encourage collaboration between the two countries and advance the clean growth of ene...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta for-profit and nonprofit entities and schools in eligible locations to implement water conservation measures. Funding is intended for projects that help to conserve water by enhancing water-use efficiency. The goal of the grant p...

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and businesses for outdoor arts activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for public arts and cultural programming and community events. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high qual...

Grants to USA and International academic medical centers and medical education companies to enhance medical education on specific topics. Funding is intended to improve the educational materials available and to reduce educational gaps around types of muscular dys...

Grants of up to $30,000 to North Carolina businesses and property owners to implement physical improvements to commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the aesthetics of the city, leading to increased property values and economic ...

Grants to Ontario nonprofits, for-profits, charities, educational organizations, and collectives in eligible regions for projects to expand the region's music industry. Funding is intended for skill development projects, sector development activities, and event sp...

Grants to Ontario nonprofits, for-profits, charities, educational organizations, and collectives in eligible regions for projects to expand the region's creative technology industry. Funding is intended for skill development projects, sector development activities...

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, businesses, individuals, and farmers for disaster relief efforts in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help recover costs after a natural disaster. Grants can address damage to private property following an unexpect...

Grants to Yukon nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, and First Nations for projects that promote tourism. Funding is intended to support initiatives that have the potential to provide long-term benefits and demonstrate innovative approaches to...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ontario nonprofit and for-profit groups to offset the costs of music at festivals in eligible locations. Funding is intended for sound technicians and musicians at festivals that celebrate the arts, culture, and heritage of the local comm...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit performance organizations, nonprofit and commercial recording companies, libraries, programs, and groups for activities related to the music of 20th Century American composer and musical innovator Elliot Carter. A...

Grants to USA and Israel businesses for collaborative technology projects with commercial potential. Applicants are required to meet with a staff member and submit an executive summary prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the development of a wide ran...

Grants to Ohio businesses and nonprofit agencies for waste management projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support the implementation of recycling and waste reduction activities in the grantees' facilities and places of employment. Funds may be use...

Grants to Arkansas public, private, and nonprofit organizations for projects that help to reduce emissions from diesel engines. Funding is intended to lower emissions from medium- and heavy-duty diesel vehicles through a range of activities, such as exhaust contro...

Grants to Alberta businesses in eligible locations for extensive repairs and enhancements to commercial buildings. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist businesses in beautifying exteriors and attracting consumers. Bu...

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, community-owned entities, and community-based projects to benefit rural areas. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including but not limited...

Grant of $5,000 to a USA woman entrepreneur to support business growth. This grant is intended to help the business scale and grow by providing capital and mentorship to entrepreneurs who are ready for the next stage of growth. This opportunity is intended for ent...

Grants of up to $30,000 to Nova Scotia creative businesses to promote cultural projects intended for export. Applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended to help increase sales and grow the presence of Nova Scotia's cultural prod...

Grants to Colorado government agencies, districts, nonprofit organizations, companies, and individuals for initiatives related to the state's water supply. Applicants must obtain required approvals prior to submitting an application. Grant funds may be requested ...

Grants to Alberta agricultural producers for environmental programs to adopt clean farm operations. Funding is intended to support initiatives that aim to lower greenhouse gas emissions through targeted agricultural and land management practices, with a primary f...

Grants of $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and for-profit entities for environmental projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for predictive impact modeling, envir...

Grants and in-kind support to USA small businesses for business development assistance. In addition to funding, grantees will receive technical support in areas, including software setup, AI tools and automation, marketing, media and creative support, and an opera...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations and businesses for programs, events, and activities to attract visitors and generate overnight stays in eligible locations. Funding is intended for marketing and development projects to promote local tourism...

Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit community-based organizations, for-profit businesses, individual professional artists, and arts professionals to create arts-related programming for local communities. Funding is intended to support research, the de...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations, municipalities, businesses, and individuals to support the rehabilitation and repair of historically significant agricultural buildings. Funding is intended for projects that restore and preserve eligible...

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies for fellowships in audiology research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to provide mentored training opportunities fo...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to sponsor predoctoral fellowships about the native of living systems. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Fundin...

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies for fellowships and training for dual-doctoral degree students pursuing medical or scientific careers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. F...