Startup & New Business Grants
Startup grants help new businesses get off the ground. From pre-launch support to early-stage growth funding, there are programmes designed specifically for entrepreneurs and new ventures.
Launch Funding
Grants to help you turn your business idea into reality. These cover initial costs like business planning, legal setup, equipment, and early marketing.
Accelerator Programmes
Many startup grants come as part of accelerator or incubator programmes, combining funding with mentoring, workspace, and networking opportunities.
Competition Prizes
Business plan competitions and startup awards offer prize funding alongside valuable publicity and investor connections.
US Startup Support Grants
11 grants found
Cultivate Small Business
Santander's Cultivate Small Business program is a free, 12-week virtual training initiative designed to support early-stage food entrepreneurs, with a focus on underserved founders in low- to moderate-income communities.
Clean Energy Contractor Incubator
The CEJA Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program helps equity-eligible small businesses gain the tools and support they need to enter and succeed in Illinois’ clean energy economy.
WBDC Launch Pad Grant Program
Offers grants of up to $2,500 to help cover eligible start‑up costs for early‑stage, at least 51% woman‑owned businesses headquartered in Connecticut.
iFundWomen Grant
The iFundWomen Grant provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Amber Grant for Women
Small business grant opportunities for women in Georgia are usually rare. Not at WomensNet. A Google search will bring up a long list of sites. But most either look like scams or complicated government (Small Business Administration) sites that ask a ton of personal questions. We’re much different. WomensNet helps you find legitimate grants, loans, and other funding for your business venture. Yes, you’re still going to have to put in some hard work and time. But if you’re serious about getting your business to the next level, you’ll find our site a major help.
Black Girl Ventures Grant
The Black Girl Ventures Grant provides funding to support black women entrepreneurs.
Ladies Who Launch Grant
The Ladies Who Launch Grant provides funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs.
Founders First CDC Pride Grant
The Founders First CDC Pride Grant provides funding to support businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.
StartOut Scholarship Program
Offers scholarship opportunities to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who wish to participate in their Founder Program and become a Giving Member.
Olga Loizon Memorial Foundation
Offers grants of up to $10,000 to aspiring women entrepreneurs in Michigan who embody the passion and vision of Olga Loizon.
Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant
The Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant provides $2,500 in non-dilutive funding to small businesses for essential expenses like rent, inventory, or marketing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about startup support grants