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
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.
HUBZone Program
An SBA sponsored program to promote economic development by offering financial grants
8(a) Business Development Program
A program established by the SBA and designed to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals access to federal contracting opportunities
America's Seed Fund
A SBA-sponsored fund that awards funding to startups and small businesses
Small Business Innovation Research Grant (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBTT) Program
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) business grant opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Ohio