Ohio Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
Ohio offers robust support for small businesses through state agencies like JobsOhio and the Ohio Development Services Agency. From the Ohio Third Frontier program funding technology companies to local economic development grants, Ohio entrepreneurs have access to diverse funding opportunities.
JobsOhio Programs
JobsOhio provides funding through various programs including the JobsOhio Growth Fund, Workforce Grant, and Research & Development Center Grant. These programs support job creation, workforce training, and business expansion across the state.
Ohio Third Frontier
The Ohio Third Frontier is one of the nation's largest state-funded programs for technology-based economic development. It provides grants for technology commercialization, entrepreneurship, and research partnerships.
SBA Ohio District
The SBA Ohio District Office connects businesses with federal grant programs, loan guarantees, and contracting opportunities. Ohio businesses can access SBIR/STTR grants and disaster assistance programs.
Ohio Business Grants
140 grants found
Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers
A program that, for nearly 40 years, has supported entrepreneurs with training, counseling and technical assistance at EACs throughout the state.
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.
Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Provides access to airport concessions for disadvantaged businesses.
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.
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.
The Wish Local Empowerment Program
Assists Black-owned small businesses by dedicating a $2 million fund to support approximately 4,000 Wish Local partners.
StartOut Scholarship Program
Offers scholarship opportunities to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who wish to participate in their Founder Program and become a Giving Member.
PEDIGREE Foundation Disaster Relief Grant
Provides up to $5,000 to nonprofit animal welfare organizations responding to state- or FEMA-declared disasters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Ohio