State Grants

Massachusetts Small Business Grants & Funding Programs

Massachusetts supports startups, life sciences companies, manufacturers, and neighborhood businesses through statewide innovation programs and local business assistance.

177grants available
From state agencies, SBA & local programs

Statewide Growth Programs

Massachusetts businesses can access business growth support, financing, and technical assistance through statewide public and quasi-public partners.

Innovation and Life Sciences Support

Boston and the broader innovation ecosystem provide strong support for technology, biotech, climate, and research-led startups through accelerators and public-private programs.

Local and Corridor Programs

Boston, Worcester, Springfield, and other communities offer local small business grants, corridor support, and entrepreneur assistance for eligible firms.

Massachusetts Business Grants

177 grants found

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Empire State Development

New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership

A network of organizations that provide growth and innovation services to small and mid-sized manufacturers in every corner of the state.

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ManufacturingBusiness Support
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Empire State Development

Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers

A program that, for nearly 40 years, has supported entrepreneurs with training, counseling and technical assistance at EACs throughout the state.

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All SectorsBusiness Support
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Empire State Development

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.

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All SectorsFinance & Investment
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Empire State Development

Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

Provides access to airport concessions for disadvantaged businesses.

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Transport & AutomotiveBusiness Support
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Empire State Development

New York State Surety Bond Assistance Program

Provides access to bid bonds, payment and performance bonds for contractors performing on publicly funded projects via participating surety companies.

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Construction & PropertyBusiness Growth
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Empire State Development

New York State Contractor Financing Program

Provides financing to contractors in need of working capital to deploy and execute federal, state, and local government related contracts.

Up to $100,000NationwideInvalid Date
Construction & PropertyBusiness Growth
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Wish

The Wish Local Empowerment Program

Assists Black-owned small businesses by dedicating a $2 million fund to support approximately 4,000 Wish Local partners.

$500 - $2,000NationwideInvalid Date
All SectorsBusiness Support
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StartOut

StartOut Scholarship Program

Offers scholarship opportunities to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who wish to participate in their Founder Program and become a Giving Member.

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All SectorsStartup Support
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PEDIGREE Foundation

PEDIGREE Foundation Disaster Relief Grant

Provides up to $5,000 to nonprofit animal welfare organizations responding to state- or FEMA-declared disasters.

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All SectorsCommunity & Social

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about business grants in Massachusetts