North Carolina Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
North Carolina offers funding for startups, manufacturers, and growth-stage businesses through statewide economic development partners, local innovation ecosystems, and city-level small business programs.
Statewide Business Support
North Carolina businesses can access support through statewide development programs, SBDC advisers, and grant opportunities tied to expansion, workforce development, and rural economic growth.
Triangle and Innovation Funding
Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the broader Research Triangle region provide strong support for technology, life sciences, and university-connected ventures through accelerators and innovation programs.
Charlotte and Regional Programs
Charlotte and other regional hubs offer local grants, minority business support, and small business recovery or corridor improvement programs for eligible companies.
North Carolina Business Grants
106 grants found
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)
The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) provides funding to support small businesses in expanding their exports.
National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) Grant
The NWBOC Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote business development.
Ladies Who Launch Grant
The Ladies Who Launch Grant provides funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs.
National Women's Business Council (NWBC) Grant
The NWBC Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote economic outcomes.
Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) Grant
The WIPP Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote public policy solutions.
The U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce Grant
The U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses.
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Growth Grant
The NAWBO Growth Grant provides funding to support the growth and development of women-owned businesses.
Founders First CDC Pride Grant
The Founders First CDC Pride Grant provides funding to support businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.
National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) Growth Grants
The NASE Growth Grants provide up to $4,000 to assist with training, marketing, and more.
Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (MREIDL)
The MREIDL helps small businesses cover operating expenses up to $2 million if an essential employee is called to active duty in the Reserve or National Guard.
IFundWomen Universal Grant Application
The IFundWomen Universal Grant Application is a resource for female entrepreneurs seeking grants.
The David Bohnett Foundation
The David Bohnett Foundation awards grants to socially active businesses that foster acceptance, develop future leaders, and connect communities through technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in North Carolina