State Grants

Arizona Small Business Grants & Funding Programs

Arizona Commerce Authority leads economic development efforts with various incentive programs. Phoenix, Tucson, and other cities offer additional local funding for small businesses and startups.

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From state agencies, SBA & local programs

Arizona Commerce Authority

ACA offers programs including the Quality Jobs Tax Credit, Arizona Competes Fund, and various workforce training grants. They also connect businesses with federal funding opportunities.

Phoenix Business Programs

Phoenix offers several small business programs including facade improvement grants, micro-enterprise assistance, and various neighborhood business initiatives.

Technology & Innovation

Arizona has growing support for technology companies including Arizona Tech Council programs, university partnerships, and innovation district incentives in Phoenix and Tucson.

Arizona Business Grants

106 grants found

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Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program

VA GPD Per Diem Only NOFO

The Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program is accepting applications for grants to support per diem only.

VariesNationwide18 Feb 2026
All SectorsBusiness Support
closed
Supportive Services for Veteran Families

VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program

The Supportive Services for Veteran Families is accepting applications for grants to support veteran families.

$262,981 - $23,153,846Nationwide19 Feb 2026
All SectorsBusiness Support
rolling
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

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.

VariesNationwideRolling
All SectorsAgriculture & Rural
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SBIR/STTR Program

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.

VariesNationwideRolling
All SectorsInnovation & R&D
rolling
First Peoples Fund

Yeego Action Grant

Provides up to $2,500 in quick‑response funding for Native artists and culture bearers to cover emergencies, travel, medical hardships, and other artistic needs.

up to $2,500NationwideRolling
Creative & HeritageGrants & Funding
rolling
ZenBusiness

#MomsMeanBusiness

Covers business formation costs for mothers, helping them form an LLC, track expenses, secure a business name, and more.

VariesNationwideRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
rolling
Hivers and Strivers

Hivers and Strivers Investment Program

Provides equity investments ranging from $250,000 to $1 million to veteran‑owned and veteran‑led businesses.

$250,000 - $1,000,000NationwideRolling
All SectorsFinance & Investment
rolling
HerRise

HerRise MicroGrant

Provides financial aid to U.S.-registered businesses majority‑owned by women of color with innovative community solutions.

VariesNationwideRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
rolling
Gold House

Gold House Ventures

Invests in Asian and Pacific Islander (API) entrepreneurs and offers a startup accelerator.

VariesNationwideRolling
All SectorsAccelerators
rolling
Female Founders Fund

Female Founders Fund

Invests in women‑owned and women‑run startups across B2B, consumer, healthcare, fintech, and social sectors.

VariesNationwideRolling
All SectorsFinance & Investment
rolling
USDA Rural Development

Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program

Provides year‑round funding to rural public bodies, nonprofits, and tribes for constructing, purchasing, or improving community facilities, covering up to 75% of eligible costs.

VariesNationwideRolling
Construction & PropertyGrants & Funding
rolling
Yippity Doo

The Big Idea Grant

Provides $1,000 to women entrepreneurs along with mentorship, resources, and a wealth‑mindset coaching group.

$1,000NationwideRolling
All SectorsBusiness Growth
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about business grants in Arizona