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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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.
Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program
Provides emergency funding and resources to help small businesses prepare for and recover from natural disasters.
Skip Instant Grants
Offers funding opportunities announced a few days in advance, typically twice a week, with deadlines on Tuesdays and Fridays; applicants must participate in a YouTube livestream.
Hustler's Microgrant
Provides $1,000 in funding to support passionate entrepreneurs in their small business ventures across the United States.
The Freed Fellowship Grant
Offers a monthly $500 grant to U.S. small business owners, plus a two‑month free membership in the Freed Studio and an end‑of‑year grant of $2,500.
Awesome Foundation Grants
Monthly grants of $1,000 awarded by independent chapters to individuals and groups for various projects, including startups and small businesses.
500 Global Flagship Accelerator
A four‑month accelerator program based in San Francisco that provides a $150,000 investment to participating startups and small businesses.
U.S. Small Business Administration State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)
Assists small businesses that want to export products by providing financial assistance for trade missions, shows, website development, and international marketing.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Business Programs
Offers loans, grants, and guarantees to promote rural business growth and job creation.
Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program
One‑year funding opportunity for organizations to execute state/regional programs that increase the number of SBIR/STTR proposals and awards, and better prepare awardees for commercial success.
Veteran Federal Procurement Entrepreneur Training Program (VFPETP)
Funding opportunity for current VFPETP recipient organizations, with an initial 12‑month period and two option years, offering procurement training for start‑up and established small businesses.
Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)
Federal grant program that partners small businesses with research institutions to develop and commercialize technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in New York