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Grants for Small Businesses & Startups

Explore 1,841 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for small businesses, startups, LLCs, C corporations, S corporations, sole proprietors, and independent entrepreneurs operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state economic development programs, SBIR/STTR research funding, and corporate growth initiatives, updated daily.

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Grants to Utah Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies for Art Programs to Benefit Older Adults

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Utah nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, government agencies, and individual artists for arts-based programs that serve older adults. Applicants must participate in a training program prior to applying. Funding is intended for p...

GrantWatch ID#: 199517
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Grants to Utah Entities to Expand Homelessness Services

Deadline: 08/27/26

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GrantWatch ID#: 232055
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Grants to Utah Small Food Processing Businesses to Improve Facilities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Utah small food processing businesses to improve facilities. Funding is intended to ensure food security and increase the volume of food grown and processed within the state. Eligible uses of funds include contractor costs, equipment, refrigeration, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202992
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Grants to Utah Livestock Producers to Offset the Costs of Predator Prevention Activities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Utah livestock producers to offset the costs of predator prevention activities. Funding is intended for producers of cattle, sheep, goats, and horses who have sustained losses as a result of predators. Applicants must indicate the number of confirmed ani...

GrantWatch ID#: 224029
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Grants to Utah Contractors, Producers, and Mining Companies to Reduce Water Salinity

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Utah contractors, agricultural producers, and mining companies for projects to reduce salinity in eligible locations. Funding it intended to protect watersheds and natural resources by reducing detrimental runoff and pollutants from entering the water sy...

GrantWatch ID#: 230846

Grants to Utah Small Businesses to Promote Economic Growth

Deadline: 10/18/26 LOI Date: 09/20/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Utah small businesses to promote economic growth in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to support a range of activities, including capital developments, construction, equipme...

GrantWatch ID#: 212282

Grants to Utah Organizations to Promote Tourism and Recreation

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Utah organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist new or developing events during their first three years, supporting their growth until they become self-sustaining. Eligible events must demonstrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 232106

Loans to Utah Agricultural Producers to Mitigate Agricultural Losses

Deadline: 11/15/26

Loans to Utah agricultural producers to mitigate losses incurred due to disasters. Funding is intended to help agricultural producers address extraordinary circumstances related to declared disasters that have resulted in production losses. Loans may be used to c...

GrantWatch ID#: 198583

Grants to Utah Businesses in Eligible Areas for Workforce Expansion Efforts

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Utah businesses for workforce development opportunities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist companies that provide new high-paying jobs in rural counties or in cities and towns with a population of up to 10,000 residents. Programs must t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205976

Grants to Utah Hotels to Address Losses of Income

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Utah hotels in eligible locations to mitigate the negative impact of losses. Applicants may apply to enter into a contract with the funding source or file a claim for loss of income. Eligible businesses are those located within one mile of the following ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210318

Grants to Utah Livestock Producers for Projects to Improve Rangelands Across the State

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Utah livestock producers to support rangeland improvements. Eligible uses of funding include fencing, vegetation treatments, and water developments. The purpose of the grant program is to provide cost-share grants for projects that improve the sustainabi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211517

Grants to Utah Livestock Producers to Improve Grazing Operations

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Utah livestock producers for initiatives that improve grazing operations. Funding is intended for small livestock producers to oversee the grazing of cattle, sheep, goats, and horses on private, state, or federal land. Eligible projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224059

Grants to Utah Businesses to Enhance Building Exteriors and Create Jobs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to Utah businesses to enhance the outer appearance of buildings in eligible locations. Projects must encourage the creation or retention of jobs for low- to moderate-income residents. The funding amount will be based on the number of full-t...

GrantWatch ID#: 172170

Grants to Utah Small Businesses to Foster Innovation and Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Utah small businesses to foster innovation and economic development in the local marketplace. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Businesses in rural regions are eligible to receive additional funding. The purpose of the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 208472

Tax Credits to Utah Businesses for Workforce Expansion

Deadline: Ongoing

Tax credits to Utah businesses in eligible regions. Funding is intended to encourage businesses to hire additional employees. Further credits are available for capital improvements to previously vacant buildings and the purchase of equipment. The purpose of the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 221514

Grants to Utah Fledgling Businesses to Support Business Growth

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Utah fledgling businesses in eligible regions to support business growth. Funding is intended to assist with the purchase of equipment or the improvement of facilities. The purpose of funding is to expand the job market, increase services, and support ec...

GrantWatch ID#: 224930

Business Development Program for Arizona and Utah Individuals and Teams

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Arizona and Utah individuals and teams to participate in a business development program and earn up to $3,000. The program enables participants to connect with experienced business mentors who can guide early-stage entrepreneurs through key develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 226870

Grants to Utah Businesses to Offset Loss of Business Incurred Due to Nearby Construction

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Utah businesses in eligible locations to offset loss of business incurred due to nearby city construction. Funding is intended to support marketing and outreach efforts to alert the public that the business is still open. Construction mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 228307

Incentives for Utah Individuals, Businesses, and Institutions to Replace Lawns with Water-Savi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Incentives for Utah individuals, businesses, and institutions to replace lawns with water-saving alternatives. Participants will receive funding per square footage for more water-efficient alternatives. Projects include full yard conversions, park strips, and side...

GrantWatch ID#: 229480

Grants to Utah Major Sports Facilities for Venue Development and Enhancement

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Utah major sports facilities for venue development and enhancement. Funding is intended for venues that have been or plan to be used for the Olympic Games. Eligible uses of funding include, but are not limited to, developing new sporting venues, redevelo...

GrantWatch ID#: 229839

Grants to Utah Property and Business Owners for Building Enhancement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $7,500 to Utah property and business owners for interior and exterior enhancement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities to improve interior tenant spaces or building facades. Projects must be in compliance with applicable...

GrantWatch ID#: 231666

Grants to Utah Commercial Property and Business Owners for Sign Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Utah commercial property and business owners in eligible regions for community development projects involving sign improvements. Funding is intended to support signage projects that improve the look and visibility of businesses in the dow...

GrantWatch ID#: 231667

Grants to Utah Business Owners for Community Beautification Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Utah business owners for community beautification initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects that improve the appearance of commercial properties. Eligible enhancement activities should contribute to the over...

GrantWatch ID#: 231670

Grants to USA Agricultural Producers for Projects to Advance Sustainable Agriculture

Deadline: 10/28/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to USA agricultural producers collaborating with a technical advisor in multiple states and territories to benefit the agriculture industry. Funding is intended to support projects that promote sustainable agriculture. With the support and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 158702

Grants to USA Agricultural Professionals for Training in Agriculture Sustainability

Deadline: 10/28/26

Grants to USA agricultural professionals in multiple states and territories for professional training related to sustainability in agriculture. Funding is intended to support programs that educate these professionals so that they will be able to conduct training p...

GrantWatch ID#: 176395

Grants to USA Entities for Educational Activities that Promote Sustainable Agriculture

Deadline: 10/28/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, tribes, government agencies, and IHEs in multiple states and territories for educational activities that promote sustainable agricultural practices. Funding is intended for a wide range of acti...

GrantWatch ID#: 216430

Grants to USA Agricultural Professionals to Support Sustainability Practices

Deadline: 10/28/26 Conference Date: 09/03/26

Grants of up to $85,000 to USA agricultural professionals in multiple states and territories to conduct collaborative projects with qualifying businesses to further agricultural sustainability. Funding is intended to support projects that incorporate both research...

GrantWatch ID#: 158703

Grants to USA Food Producers to Mitigate Damage from Natural Disasters in 2023 and 2024

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA food producers in multiple states to mitigate the financial damage caused by natural disasters in 2023 and 2024. Funding is intended to provide disaster relief funds to producers who suffered a decline in revenue, production, or quality of their tree...

GrantWatch ID#: 225008

In-Kind Grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits in Multiple States to Develop Play Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in multiple states to support the development of new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to serve low-income communities that do not have a playspace or need to replace an unsafe...

GrantWatch ID#: 163580

Sponsorships to USA Companies and Organizations in Multiple States for Community Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to USA companies and organizations in multiple states to support events and opportunities in the communities where the funding source does business. Past sponsorships have included athletic, artistic, and community events. Special consideration will b...

GrantWatch ID#: 182121

Grants to USA Businesses, Tribes, Individuals, and IHEs for Planning and Research Activities R...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA and territories businesses, tribes, government organizations, individuals, and faculty of IHEs for planning and research activities related to pest management in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of strategic pla...

GrantWatch ID#: 225703

Grants to USA and Territories Individuals, Agencies, Businesses, and INstutitions for Time-Cri...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories individuals, government organizations, businesses, and institutions for time-critical projects addressing pest management in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects that have a wider and more regional scop...

GrantWatch ID#: 225710
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for High-Risk Research Related to Using Sa...

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government entities, and private entities for high-risk research projects related to advancing the use of Earth satellite observations. Applicants must contact the funding source and complete the required regis...

GrantWatch ID#: 222844

Opportunity for USA Individuals and Organizations to Address Issues with Gene Therapies

Deadline: 12/31/26

Opportunity for USA individuals, teams, organizations, institutions, and corporations to develop datasets that can be used to predict the toxicity of specific types of gene therapy. This challenge is intended to use advanced computational methods to develop new ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 225422

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Entity for Bone Marrow Failure Research

Deadline: 11/04/26 LOI Date: 10/07/26

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization, IHE, public entity, or intramural organization for research related to bone marrow failure (BMF) diseases. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrati...

GrantWatch ID#: 230316

Grants to USA Scientists at Eligible Organizations for Innovative Scientific Research

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to USA and territories scientists and teams of scientists affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and school districts for innovative and unconventional scientific research. Applicants are advised that requ...

GrantWatch ID#: 157816

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Innovative Muscular Dystrophy Therapies

Deadline: 09/18/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutes, and academic institutions for innovative studies and therapies for a specific type of muscular dystrophy. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete r...

GrantWatch ID#: 214803

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Muscular Dystrophy Translational Research

Deadline: 09/18/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutes, and academic institutions for translational research for a specific type of muscular dystrophy. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required re...

GrantWatch ID#: 214804

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Early-Career Parkinson's Research

Deadline: 11/06/26 LOI Date: 10/23/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and public entities for early-career research projects related to Parkinson's disease. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 214923

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for High-Impact Parkinson's Research

Deadline: 11/06/26 LOI Date: 10/23/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for high-impact Parkinson's Disease research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214924

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Non and For-Profits and Agencies for High-Risk Rare C...

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 09/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, public entities, intramural organizations, and IHEs for innovative, high-risk research related to rare cancers. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 214957

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Kidney Cancer Researcher Mentorship

Deadline: 09/28/26 LOI Date: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and public entities for mentorship opportunities for early-career kidney cancer researchers. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to subm...

GrantWatch ID#: 215764

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Innovative Kidney Cancer Research

Deadline: 09/28/26 LOI Date: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and public entities for innovative kidney cancer research ideas. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full application. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 215767

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities to Encourage Emerging NF and Schwannomatosis...

Deadline: 09/22/26 LOI Date: 09/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies to encourage emerging scholars to pursue research in neurofibromatosis and schwannomatosis. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required...

GrantWatch ID#: 230533

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Neurofibrom...

Deadline: 09/22/26 LOI Date: 09/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies for innovative research in neurofibromatosis and schwannomatosis. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 230534

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Overlooked ...

Deadline: 09/22/26 LOI Date: 09/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies for high-impact research that will foster new directions for and address overlooked issues in neurofibromatosis research. Applicants must submit a letter of in...

GrantWatch ID#: 230536

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Collaborati...

Deadline: 09/22/26 LOI Date: 09/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies for collaborative neurofibromatosis research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to applying. Applications...

GrantWatch ID#: 230537

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Improve Navy Electrical Systems

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and research institutions to improve Navy electrical systems. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purpose of funding is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 230254

Competition for USA Entities for Innovative Solutions to Prevent Workplace Electrocution

Deadline: 09/24/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Opportunity for USA and territories nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, PreK-12 schools, for-profit entities, and tribes to participate in a competition to present innovative solutions that mitigate fatal electrocutions in the workplace. Competitors mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 230260

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Research on Technologies to Treat Neurol...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, for-profits, school districts, and Tribal organizations for research to develop technologies to treat neurological disorders. Applicants are advised that the required regi...

GrantWatch ID#: 217704
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Do small businesses and LLCs actually qualify for grants?

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Are there grants available for new startup businesses?

Yes. Startup grants are available through state economic development agencies, business incubators, corporate pitch competitions, and federal research initiatives.

What is the difference between a small business grant and a loan?

Grants provide equity-free, non-repayable capital meant for business development, hiring, R&D, or expansion. Loans require full repayment with interest.

Are there specific grants for women, minority, or veteran business owners?

Yes. Corporations and government agencies regularly launch dedicated grant initiatives aimed at supporting diverse founders and veterans.

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GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.