Opportunity for Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas IHE student teams to compete for prizes in a statewide entrepreneurial contest. Applicants must submit a first-round application before the full application. The competition is i...
Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals to address food insecurity and increase access to healthy food in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community-led programs and projects in underserved areas where access to healthier ...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to develop clean energy technologies. The purpose of the program is to advance key technologies that will help achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The program is intended for early-stage entrepreneurs, includi...
Opportunity for Texas underserved entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. Participants will receive funds in the form of a loan and a grant, training, professional resources, networking opportunities, tools and technology, and ongoing support an...
Opportunity for Colorado institutions of higher education, individual entrepreneurs, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to participate in a waste reduction project development program. The opportunity is intended to help participants pursue creative projects that ...
Awards to USA, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Virgin Islands businesses, small business owners, and entrepreneurs to recognize their outstanding impact, innovations, and contributions to increasing the country's global competitiveness. Awards are intended to celebrate excellen...
Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is to sup...
Competition for USA, Canada, and International children, youth, or teams, ages 5-24, to present solutions to global challenges, as identified by the United Nations. Applicants must submit the first round of applications before moving up to the second round. Groups must...
Grants of up to $20,000 to USA Native American youth and young adults partnering with nonprofit organizations, schools, or tribal organizations for projects that promote positive change in their communities. Funding is intended to recognize Native youth, ages 18-30, wh...
Opportunity for USA active, guard, and reserve military, veterans, and their immediate family members to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will participate in an entrepreneurship accelerator. Sessions take place virtually and are give...
Opportunity for Louisiana women small business owners in eligible locations to participate in a business fellowship program. This program is intended to give women business owners mentoring, funding, exposure, and support to be successful. Applicants must have a busine...
Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support research ...
Opportunity for Massachusetts and Arkansas individuals in eligible locations for business training, mentorship, and professional networking initiatives. The program is intended to help entrepreneurs launch or expand a business or a nonprofit organization. Participants ...
Grants to Canada entrepreneurs and businesses for initiatives to support local musicians. New applicants are required to register in the online system prior to the application deadline. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities, including but not limite...
Grants to New York beginning farmers to establish and maintain agricultural businesses. Funding is intended for farmers who have not managed a farm, but are intensely interested in doing so. There are two tracks to the program, one for a shorter timeframe and one for a...
Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact fa...
Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to Missouri entrepreneurs at nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible locations to develop new ideas. The program is intended as a professional development opportunity for first-time entrepreneurs in the early stages of a ...
Grants of up to $2,500 to New Hampshire professional artists for career advancement opportunities. Funding is intended to encourage artists to participate in programs that will enhance their careers and bring their small businesses to the next level. The goal of the gr...
Competition for USA and Canada college or university students in eligible areas to address environmental problems. Funding is intended for student-led teams to define an environmental issue, create a solution, develop a prototype, and design a business plan. Teams are ...
Opportunity for USA higher education students to participate in an internship program during the summer. Undergraduate and graduate students interested in entrepreneurship or venture capital may apply for an internship. Selected student interns will work at an entrepre...
Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and groups for training and workforce development within the tourism industry. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and First Nations governments and entities to promote local tourism. Funding is intended to support the development of early-stage entrepreneurs offering attractions and services in the t...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and international PhDs to participate in a postdoctoral program focused on technology and entrepreneurship. Eligible applicants have received their PhDs within the last five years or are nearing the end of their PhD program. The package inc...
Grants of up to $10,000 to assist and encourage Alaska individuals with disabilities to engage in new business ventures and expansion opportunities. Funding is intended to help people with disabilities enter the business sector. Grants may be used to acquire, open, or ...
Opportunity for Massachusetts entrepreneurs to participate in a business contest. Participants will receive feedback on their business ideas and have the opportunity to win cash prizes. The program is intended for entrepreneurs in the business stage. Pitches will be pr...
Grants of $2,000 to Wisconsin women in eligible counties for assistance in starting a new business. Funding may be used to help women with existing businesses, but priority is given to applicants requesting funds for businesses in the start-up phase. Eligible applicant...
Grants and in-kind support to USA early-stage jewelry designers for career-building activities. In addition to the cash grant, merchandise, feedback, and industry recognition will be given to emerging entrepreneurs who work primarily in silver. The purpose of the progr...
Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and St. Vincent and the Grenadines youth, ages 16 to 25, to pursue innovative ideas and projects. Special consideration will be given to applications in the areas of entrepreneurship, music and performing arts, and computer science. Fundin...
Grants of up to $5,000 to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts individual artists and organizations in eligible counties to promote artistic advancement and the creation of new work in any arts discipline. Funding is intended to support both emerging artists and es...
Grants to Alberta Métis entrepreneurs for assistance in expanding a small business or funding a start-up. Funding is intended to support new and expanding business ventures with non-repayable grants. This is not a stand-alone grant. In order to receive this grant, the...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canada nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities for research projects in any sector. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve research ch...
Opportunity for USA post-9/11 veterans with service-related disabilities to participate in a program to develop skills and resources related to business management and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive training and mentoring as well as travel and lodging. Pro...
Grants to Northwest Territories businesses and entrepreneurs to foster economic development. Funding is available in the following categories: micro-business, entrepreneur support, community economic development, sector support, and business intelligence and networking...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio individuals and organizations in eligible locations to support for-profit gardening ventures. Funding is intended to assist entrepreneurs in advancing the local food system so that residents have access to healthy, fresh, and affordable f...
Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, includ...
Opportunity for USA veteran business owners to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist veterans with successful reintegration into civilian life by providing them with coaching and tools in management, marketing, financial topic...
Fellowships of up to $30,000 to Ontario individuals associated with nonprofit organizations or IHEs to pursue projects related to the performing arts, the environment, or improving inclusiveness in local economies. Applicants must consult with staff and submit an expre...
Grants to Montana nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals in eligible regions to support economic development and to provide relief for lost revenue and unemployment due to the closure of local plants. Funding is intended to keep the local economy runni...
Grants of $2,000 to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support recovery after a natural disaster. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs who have faced business interruptions due to an unforeseen environmental event, such as a wildfire or hurricane. Eligible appli...
Opportunity for USA Black business owners to participate in a business accelerator. The purpose of the program is to help foster entrepreneurial growth for Black business owners and facilitate their success as sellers. Successful applicants have the opportunity to rece...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials. Appl...
Grants to Michigan organizations and individuals for programs that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to address the areas of education, the environment, economic development, and building healthy communities. Eligible applicants are located...
Grants to Maryland technology start-ups and entrepreneurs to promote business development. Funding is intended to establish partnerships with individuals and to help them build successful and sustainable companies. The goal of the program is to assist the next generati...
Grants to Illinois property owners, tenants, business owners, nonprofit and private developers, and religious organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for expenses related to acquisition, construction, and pre-development such as si...
Opportunity for USA veterans with disabilities to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person reside...
Grants of up to $3,000 to New Hampshire for-profit companies and individual entrepreneurs in eligible locations for business development assistance and start-up support. Funding is intended to offer local businesses a range of services, resources, and training opportun...
In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International startups, businesses, and individuals for business development assistance. Support involves discussions, consultation, and resources about technology to support business operations. The funder specializes in finding inn...
Grants of up to $2,000 and in-kind support to Pennsylvania individuals working in a range of creative sectors to promote professional development. Applicants must contact program staff to begin the application process. The program is intended to provide consulting serv...
Grants and in-kind support to USA start-up business ventures led by military veterans. The purpose of this program is to help veteran entrepreneurs successfully build their businesses. In addition to funding, businesses will receive support in strategic planning, opera...
Grants to New Mexico small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individual entrepreneurs in eligible locations for assistance in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Funding is intended to help launch new businesses and promote the growth of establ...