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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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)
Offsets international business development and related marketing costs for small businesses. The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is a grant program that helps small businesses in Massachusetts to expand their exports and enter new markets.
The National Minority Supplier Development Center
The National Minority Supplier Development Center provides resources and support to minority-owned businesses.
Minority Business Development Agency US Department of Commerce
The Minority Business Development Agency US Department of Commerce provides resources and support to minority-owned businesses.
America's Small Business Development Centers
America's Small Business Development Centers provide resources and support to small businesses.
Community Development Block Grant Program
Provides funding for community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals.
Community Services Block Grant Program
The Community Services Block Grant Program provides funding for community services that help low-income individuals and families.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program helps low-income households reduce energy costs by making homes more energy-efficient.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps low-income households pay for home energy costs.
iFundWomen Grant
The iFundWomen Grant provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Amber Grant for Women
The Amber Grant for Women provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Black Girl Ventures Grant
The Black Girl Ventures Grant provides funding to support black women entrepreneurs.
SBIR Grant
The SBIR Grant provides funding to support small businesses in research and development.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in New York