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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Business and Commerce

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Future of Work - Trustee Grants
$200,000
The Russell Sage Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports researchers conducting in-depth studies on job quality and labor market changes in the U.S., particularly in relation to technology and economic shifts.

Employment Labor and Training
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2024 Applied Research Collaborations (ARC) Cycle 2
$150,000
Delaware Biotechnology Institute
State

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2024

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborative bioscience research projects between Delaware academic institutions and businesses, aimed at fostering innovation and economic growth in the state.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Fertilizer Investment Expansion for Long-term Domestic Supply (FIELDS)
$150,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Business-Cooperative Service )
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Jul 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations for expanding or establishing domestic fertilizer production capacity, ensuring U.S. farmers have reliable access to essential agricultural inputs.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Parren J. Mitchell Entrepreneurship Education Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 1, 2026

This program provides funding to accredited colleges and universities to develop and implement effective entrepreneurship education that helps students start and grow their own businesses.

Business and Commerce
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Philanthropy Northwest’s Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grant
$350,000
Philanthropy Northwest
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2025

Date Added

Dec 3, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to community-based organizations in the Pacific Northwest working to address environmental justice and public health challenges in historically underinvested communities.

Environment
City or township governments
Data Analytics AI to Counter Global Diversion
$5,901,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working with partner countries to develop advanced data analytics and AI tools that help prevent the illegal diversion of technologies that could be used for weapons development.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Oit-Step-2024-01
$900,000
SBA (Small Business Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 6, 2024

Date Added

Apr 23, 2024

Under 15 U.S.C. 649(l), the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) authorizes the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to make grants to States, and the equivalent thereof, to carry out projects that help develop exports by eligible small business concerns (ESBCs) (as defined in Section 8.1.5). The objective of STEP is to increase (1) the number of U.S. small businesses that export, (2) the dollar value of exports, and (3) the number of U.S. small businesses exploring significant new trade opportunities (as defined in 8.1.15).

Business and Commerce
State governments
Public Diplomacy Grants/Small Grants Program - Ghana
$60,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Ghana)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Aug 11, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-Ghana relations and promote economic collaboration, targeting non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals engaged in cultural, educational, and innovative initiatives.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
$250,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Israel)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals for projects that strengthen U.S.-Israel relations and promote American values in various sectors, including economic, cultural, and security initiatives.

International Development
Nonprofits
Agriculture Infrastructure Grant -Utility Improvement
$350,000
North Dakota Department of Agriculture (NDDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2025

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

Administered by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, this grant focuses on utility improvements necessary for the support of value-added agriculture businesses. It offers financial assistance for water and wastewater line improvements, as well as electrical and gas supply enhancements to accommodate the unique needs of agriculture businesses aiming for development or expansion. Grants are available up to $350,000 or 80% of the utility project cost, with a commitment to supporting projects that bolster the infrastructure required for sustainable agriculture growth and efficiency. Rolling application. Deadline is 04/01/2025 unless funds are depleted earlier

Agriculture
Small businesses
FY 2026 American Music Mentorship Program
$700,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based organizations to facilitate mentorship and training for international music industry professionals, enhancing their collaboration with American counterparts and promoting cultural exchange.

Arts
Nonprofits
APEX Accelerator-Open Announcement for Idaho
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Defense (ACC-APG-Aberdeen Division A)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2026

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and tribal entities in Idaho to help businesses, particularly small and disadvantaged ones, navigate and succeed in government contracting with the Department of Defense and other agencies.

Business and Commerce
State governments
FY 2026 American Film Showcase
$1,540,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to promote American film and media through international cultural exchanges and professional development programs.

Arts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Sea Grant Programs Only - FY2025 Establishing and Supporting Partnerships with Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in Aquaculture: Regional Collaboratives
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborations between Sea Grant programs and Minority Serving Institutions to enhance aquaculture research, education, and community engagement across four U.S. regions.

Business and Commerce
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program
Contact for amount
Washington State Department of Commerce
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2025

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports industry-led partnerships in Washington State to develop innovation clusters that promote economic growth while addressing climate sustainability and public health.

Community Development
Private institutions of higher education
Re-X Before Recycling Prize Phase 3
$150,000
U.S. Department of Energy
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 8, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2024

This grant provides funding and technical support to innovators and organizations developing sustainable solutions for reusing and repurposing end-of-life products, promoting a circular economy and reducing waste.

Environment
Nonprofits
Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 Summit Dominican Republic
$90,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 4, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Dominican alumni of U.S. government exchange programs to organize summits that foster collaboration and innovation among entrepreneurs and leaders in the Americas.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
2024 Applied Research Collaborations (ARC) Cycle 1
$150,000
Delaware Biotechnology Institute
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2024

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

ARC supports bioscience research projects that involve collaboration between Delaware academic institutions and business partners. It is designed to enhance applied research collaborations, and single PI proposals may request up to $100,000; multi-PI proposals may request up to $150,000 for one year. The program requires matching funds from the collaborating industry partner. Grant renewed every year.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Manufacturing in America E2G Grant Initiative
$5,000,000
U.S. Small Business Administration
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This initiative provides funding to organizations that deliver hands-on training and technical assistance to small manufacturing businesses in the U.S. to enhance their productivity and competitiveness.

Business and Commerce
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Academy of Women Entrepreneurs FY 25 Grant Competition
$30,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to El Salvador)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 17, 2025

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations that empower women in El Salvador by providing professional development programs to enhance their business skills and promote economic growth.

Business and Commerce
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education