Florida Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
Florida provides diverse funding opportunities for small businesses through Enterprise Florida, the Florida Small Business Development Center Network, and local economic development organizations. The state's business-friendly environment includes various grant and incentive programs.
Enterprise Florida Programs
Enterprise Florida coordinates economic development incentives including the Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund, High Impact Performance Incentive, and various workforce training grants for expanding businesses.
Florida SBDC Network
The Florida Small Business Development Center Network provides free consulting and connects businesses with funding opportunities including SBA loans, grants, and alternative financing options across the state.
Local & Regional Grants
Many Florida counties and cities offer local business grants, especially for facade improvements, small business recovery, and minority-owned businesses. Check with your local economic development office.
Florida Business Grants
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Biological Oceanography
The U.S. National Science Foundation is accepting applications for grants to support biological oceanography research.
NSF Dynamic Language Infrastructure - NEH Documenting Endangered Languages
The U.S. National Science Foundation is accepting applications for grants to support language infrastructure and documentation.
VA GPD Per Diem Only NOFO
The Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program is accepting applications for grants to support per diem only.
VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families is accepting applications for grants to support veteran families.
The UPS Store Small Biz Challenge
The 2026 UPS Store Small Biz Challenge offers entrepreneurs the chance to win a grand prize, including a cash award from the $35,000 prize pool and a spotlight in Inc. magazine.
The Mott Million Dollar Challenge
The Mott Million Dollar Challenge is a national pitch competition offering a share of $1 million in prizes to support innovative, real-world problem-solving ideas created by students in grades K–12.
AAUW Career Development Grants
The AAUW Career Development Grants offer up to $8,000 to help women take the next step in their STEM careers.
Breva Thrive Grant
The Breva Thrive Grant awards $5,000 each quarter to small business owners who are making a measurable difference in their local communities.
Hey Helen Grant
The Hey Helen Grant offers $10,000 in unrestricted funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs building mission-driven, for-profit businesses in the U.S.
2026 Halstead Grant
The 2026 Halstead Grant recognizes emerging silver jewelry artists who show both creative talent and business potential.
USDA Rural Business Loans & Grants
If your business is located in a rural area, the USDA offers loans, loan guarantees, and grants to help you start, expand, or add value to your business. Funding supports job creation, innovation, farm‑based products, energy upgrades, and more.
SBIR & STTR Innovation Grant Programs
Competitive grant funding from 11 federal agencies. These programs offer free grant money (not loans!) to help small businesses develop and test new products, ideas, or technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Florida