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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VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families is accepting applications for grants to support veteran families.
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.
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.
#MomsMeanBusiness
Covers business formation costs for mothers, helping them form an LLC, track expenses, secure a business name, and more.
Hivers and Strivers Investment Program
Provides equity investments ranging from $250,000 to $1 million to veteran‑owned and veteran‑led businesses.
HerRise MicroGrant
Provides financial aid to U.S.-registered businesses majority‑owned by women of color with innovative community solutions.
Gold House Ventures
Invests in Asian and Pacific Islander (API) entrepreneurs and offers a startup accelerator.
Female Founders Fund
Invests in women‑owned and women‑run startups across B2B, consumer, healthcare, fintech, and social sectors.
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.
The Big Idea Grant
Provides $1,000 to women entrepreneurs along with mentorship, resources, and a wealth‑mindset coaching group.
Amber Grant Foundation
Awards a series of grants to women entrepreneurs, including a $10,000 monthly grant, three $25,000 annual grants, and additional $10,000 category grants each month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Florida