State Grants

New Jersey Small Business Grants & Funding Programs

New Jersey supports small businesses through statewide financing and grant programs, innovation-led funding, and local support serving corridor businesses and high-growth companies alike.

140grants available
From state agencies, SBA & local programs

NJEDA Programs

New Jersey businesses can access grant, financing, and technical support through statewide development programs focused on growth, resilience, and job creation.

Innovation and Founder Support

Life sciences, technology, and founder-led businesses can find support through startup-focused programs, commercialization resources, and regional innovation networks.

City and Community Funding

Newark, Jersey City, Camden, and other communities offer local business support, corridor improvement funding, and entrepreneur assistance programs.

New Jersey Business Grants

140 grants found

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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.

No funding amountNationwideInvalid Date
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.

Up to $100,000NationwideInvalid Date
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.

Up to $5,000NationwideInvalid Date
All SectorsCommunity & Social
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about business grants in New Jersey