Startup & New Business Grants
Startup grants help new businesses get off the ground. From pre-launch support to early-stage growth funding, there are programmes designed specifically for entrepreneurs and new ventures.
Launch Funding
Grants to help you turn your business idea into reality. These cover initial costs like business planning, legal setup, equipment, and early marketing.
Accelerator Programmes
Many startup grants come as part of accelerator or incubator programmes, combining funding with mentoring, workspace, and networking opportunities.
Competition Prizes
Business plan competitions and startup awards offer prize funding alongside valuable publicity and investor connections.
US Startup Support Grants
17 grants found
Office of Veterans Business Development (OVBD)
Grants for veteran-owned businesses
Clean Energy Contractor Incubator
The CEJA Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program helps equity-eligible small businesses gain the tools and support they need to enter and succeed in Illinois’ clean energy economy.
Cultivate Small Business
Santander's Cultivate Small Business program is a free, 12-week virtual training initiative designed to support early-stage food entrepreneurs, with a focus on underserved founders in low- to moderate-income communities.
Start Up Washington
Startup 365 is your starting point if you’re new to business or exploring funding options.
START Program
The START Program is a grant program that provides funding to startups in Massachusetts.
iFundWomen Grant
The iFundWomen Grant provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Amber Grant for Women
The Amber Grant for Women provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Black Girl Ventures Grant
The Black Girl Ventures Grant provides funding to support black women entrepreneurs.
Ladies Who Launch Grant
The Ladies Who Launch Grant provides funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs.
Founders First CDC Pride Grant
The Founders First CDC Pride Grant provides funding to support businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.
America's Seed Fund
A SBA-sponsored fund that awards funding to startups and small businesses
Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant
The Start.Pivot.Grow. Micro Grant provides $2,500 in non-dilutive funding to small businesses for essential expenses like rent, inventory, or marketing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about startup support grants