Technology & Digital Business Grants
The UK offers extensive grant funding for technology and digital businesses. From Innovate UK's smart grants to regional digital transformation programmes, there are opportunities for tech startups, scale-ups, and established technology companies.
Innovation & R&D Grants
Innovate UK runs competitive grant programmes for innovative technology projects. Smart Grants fund game-changing innovations, while sector-specific competitions target areas like AI, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing technology.
Digital Transformation Support
Grants are available to help businesses adopt digital technologies. Made Smarter supports manufacturers, while regional programmes help SMEs implement new software, e-commerce platforms, and digital processes.
Cybersecurity & Data
Dedicated funding exists for cybersecurity innovation and businesses working with data. DCMS and NCSC-backed programmes support the UK's cyber sector growth.
US Technology Grants
205 grants found
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.
#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.
Female Founders Fund
Invests in women‑owned and women‑run startups across B2B, consumer, healthcare, fintech, and social sectors.
The Big Idea Grant
Provides $1,000 to women entrepreneurs along with mentorship, resources, and a wealth‑mindset coaching group.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about US technology grants