Pennsylvania Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
Pennsylvania offers strong support for small businesses through the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and Ben Franklin Technology Partners. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh have additional local programs.
DCED Programs
DCED offers various programs including the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority loans, First Industries Fund for agriculture, and Keystone Innovation Zone tax credits.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
Ben Franklin provides funding for technology companies including seed and early-stage investments, business incubation, and connections to venture capital throughout Pennsylvania.
City Programs
Philadelphia offers programs through the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation. Pittsburgh has various initiatives through regional development agencies and innovation districts.
Pennsylvania Business Grants
94 grants found
iFundWomen Grant
The iFundWomen Grant provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Amber Grant for Women
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Black Girl Ventures Grant
The Black Girl Ventures Grant provides funding to support black women entrepreneurs.
SBIR Grant
The SBIR Grant provides funding to support small businesses in research and development.
National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) Grant
The NWBOC Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote business development.
Ladies Who Launch Grant
The Ladies Who Launch Grant provides funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs.
National Women's Business Council (NWBC) Grant
The NWBC Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote economic outcomes.
Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) Grant
The WIPP Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote public policy solutions.
The U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce Grant
The U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses.
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Growth Grant
The NAWBO Growth Grant provides funding to support the growth and development of women-owned businesses.
Founders First CDC Pride Grant
The Founders First CDC Pride Grant provides funding to support businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.
Small Business Innovation Research Grant (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBTT) Program
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are highly competitive programs that encourage domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) with the potential for commercialization
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Pennsylvania