New York Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
New York offers extensive small business support through Empire State Development and NYC Small Business Services. Both state and city programs provide grants, loans, and technical assistance for entrepreneurs.
Empire State Development
ESD offers various programs including Excelsior Jobs Tax Credits, Regional Economic Development Council grants, and industry-specific funding for manufacturing, technology, and life sciences.
NYC Small Business Services
NYC SBS provides numerous programs including storefront improvement grants, Commercial Lease Assistance, and various loans for small businesses throughout the five boroughs.
Regional Programs
Upstate New York, Long Island, and other regions have dedicated economic development programs, including Opportunity Zones and local industrial development agency incentives.
New York Business Grants
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Regional Council Capital Fund
The Regional Council Capital Fund provides capital grant funding for economic development projects that create or retain jobs, reduce unemployment, and increase business activity, including $8 million allocated for tourism projects.
Better Buffalo Fund
The Better Buffalo Fund provides a $40 million pool of grants and loans to support mixed‑use, high‑density development and downtown revitalization in Buffalo through two initiatives: Transit Oriented Development and the Buffalo Main Streets Initiative.
Supplier Innovative Finance Program
The Empire State Development's Supplier Innovative Finance Program offers up to $5,000 in unrestricted grants to socially and economically disadvantaged businesses in New York, along with educational resources and matchmaking sessions.
Global NY Grant Program
Provides reimbursable grants up to $25,000 (or up to $100,000 for qualifying nonprofits) to New York businesses expanding global exports.
Matching Grants Leverage Program
NYSTAR reviews and coordinates requests for New York State matching grants and support letters to strengthen applicants' proposals to federal agencies, foundations, and other grant‑making organizations, aiming to attract more federal R&D funding for technology development and commercialization in New York State.
Small Business Environmental Support Office
Provides environmental support services to small businesses.
New York Business Express
A comprehensive resource for starting, running, and growing a business in New York State, including a Business Wizard and information on support programs and incentives.
New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership
A network of organizations that provide growth and innovation services to small and mid‑sized manufacturers across the state.
Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers
Provides training, counseling and technical assistance to entrepreneurs through centers throughout the state.
Innovation Matching Grants Program
Provides matching grant funding for innovative projects that align with state priorities.
New York State Accelerators and Competitions
Connects scalable companies with New York State’s top universities, talent, and manufacturing facilities through support of several cutting‑edge accelerator programs and funding competitions.
Emerging and Regional Partner Program Fund
Invests in diverse fund managers with first‑, second‑ or third‑time funds, or with managers who will use the funds to invest in areas of New York State where venture capital is less readily available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in New York