Massachusetts Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
Massachusetts supports startups, life sciences companies, manufacturers, and neighborhood businesses through statewide innovation programs and local business assistance.
Statewide Growth Programs
Massachusetts businesses can access business growth support, financing, and technical assistance through statewide public and quasi-public partners.
Innovation and Life Sciences Support
Boston and the broader innovation ecosystem provide strong support for technology, biotech, climate, and research-led startups through accelerators and public-private programs.
Local and Corridor Programs
Boston, Worcester, Springfield, and other communities offer local small business grants, corridor support, and entrepreneur assistance for eligible firms.
Massachusetts Business Grants
145 grants found
Biz-M-Power Crowdfunding Program
The Biz-M-Power crowdfunding matching grant program offers small businesses in Massachusetts financial assistance with their acquisition, expansion, improvement or lease of a facility, purchase or lease of equipment, or with meeting other capital needs for the business.
CDFI & CDC Capital Match Program
Administered by MGCC, this program seeks to spur job creation across the Commonwealth, support entrepreneurship and small business recovery, sustainability, resilience and growth by lowering the barriers to capital access faced by small businesses.
Regional Economic Development Organization Grant Program
The REDO Grant Program provides capacity‑building grants to regional economic development organizations to support projects that grow, retain, and attract businesses in Massachusetts.
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Massachusetts