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2027 Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This program provides funding to U.S. organizations, including government agencies and nonprofits, to help overcome trade barriers and boost exports of specialty crops in international markets.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Digital Inclusion Fund
$3,000,000
International Finance Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to technology companies focused on improving access to digital financial services and connectivity for underserved communities around the world.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Hinrich Foundation Call for Research Proposals
Contact for amount
Hinrich Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers and organizations exploring critical issues in global trade, such as trade governance, supply chain resilience, and environmental sustainability, to inform policy and promote shared prosperity.

International Development
Individuals
Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program
$10,000
Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 22, 2025

This grant provides funding and support for early-career researchers to explore the role of aquatic foods in sustainable food systems, focusing on climate resilience, equity, and nutrition.

Food and Nutrition
For profit organizations other than small businesses
State Trade Expansion Program
$12,000
North Carolina Economic Development Partnership
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This program provides financial support to small businesses in North Carolina to help them expand into international markets and increase their export activities.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
ExportMD Program
$5,000
Maryland Department of Commerce
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Maryland to help them expand into international markets through various marketing initiatives.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Grants to Foster Community Philanthropy
$20,000
Global Fund for Community Foundations
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2025

This grant provides financial support to community-based organizations worldwide that promote local philanthropy and sustainable development, particularly in regions with limited funding access.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mitigating Proliferation Risks Posed by Artificial Intelligence Enabled Molecular Models and Leveraging Nonproliferation Opportunities
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed for U.S.-based organizations to develop strategies that mitigate the risks of artificial intelligence in chemistry and biology, particularly to prevent the misuse of technologies that could lead to the development of chemical and biological weapons.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
California STEP Grant
$10,000
California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial support to small businesses in California to help them expand their exports through participation in trade events and reimbursement for export-related activities.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Florida Target Sector Trade Show Grants
Contact for amount
SelectFlorida
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to small and medium-sized Florida companies to help them participate in international trade shows and expand their export sales.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
NEA/AC Regional Annual Program Statement
$30,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative projects that promote U.S. economic interests and partnerships in the Near East, targeting sectors like energy, telecommunications, and artificial intelligence.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
STEP Grants
$10,000
Louisiana Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Louisiana to help them expand their international trade efforts by reimbursing eligible export-related expenses.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- U.S.AMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 18, 2027

Date Added

Sep 19, 2022

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that develop and implement comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment programs for foreign military health systems, enhancing military readiness and public health outcomes.

Health
Nonprofits
Women-Led Business Grant
$750,000
International Finance Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 20, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding initiative provides non-dilutive capital and support to businesses owned or led by women entrepreneurs globally, helping them grow and thrive while promoting sustainable development and economic inclusion.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Infrastructure Development Grant
$10,000,000
International Finance Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support for early-stage infrastructure projects in emerging markets, focusing on sustainable development and private sector innovation in areas like transport, water, sanitation, and clean energy.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
WFP Innovation Challenge
$100,000
World Food Programme Innovation Accelerator
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This initiative provides funding and support to innovative startups and WFP teams developing solutions to combat food insecurity in various global contexts.

Food and Nutrition
For profit organizations other than small businesses
State Trade and Export Promotion Program
$7,500
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This program provides financial and technical assistance to Minnesota-based small businesses looking to start or expand their export activities, helping them overcome barriers to entering international markets.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Climate Resilience Fund
$5,000,000
International Finance Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to private businesses in Africa and Southeast Asia to implement climate adaptation projects that enhance resilience and promote sustainable development.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Grants for Export Marketing Plans
$4,500
SelectFlorida
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2024

This funding opportunity helps Florida-based manufacturers and service providers create tailored Export Marketing Plans to identify and pursue international growth strategies.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Egypt Annual Program Statement
$25,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative projects in Egypt that promote economic growth, infrastructure development, and technological advancement while aligning with U.S. commercial and diplomatic interests.

International Development
Nonprofits