Private Business and Commerce Grants

This program provides $5 million in Azure service credits to support innovative AI projects in Washington State that focus on sustainability, public health, and human rights, empowering nonprofits, researchers, and businesses to create positive social impact.

This competition provides female and non-binary founders in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area the chance to win a $10,000 cash prize by pitching their growth-oriented startups to investors.

This program provides financial support of up to $25,000 to women-owned small businesses in Connecticut that have previously received WBDC funding and are seeking to expand their operations through targeted investments.

This program supports emerging technology companies developing innovative solutions for both commercial and defense markets, providing mentorship and networking opportunities to help them scale and connect with government funding sources.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Bonner and Boundary counties, North Idaho, for projects that enhance education, arts, economic opportunities, health, and overall community well-being.

This grant recognizes and rewards tourism-related businesses and projects that demonstrate exceptional practices in sustainability and responsible tourism.

This funding opportunity supports mid-stage businesses and worker-owned cooperatives in underserved Chicago neighborhoods to strengthen their economic resilience and promote equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, that empower Black households through economic initiatives, such as career development, wealth-building, and support for Black-owned businesses.

This funding initiative provides financial support to women-owned small businesses in Connecticut for specific growth-oriented projects that enhance their capacity and profitability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to entrepreneurs from marginalized groups in the U.S. who are focused on creating social impact and demonstrate a need for resources to develop their business ideas.

This program provides mentorship and resources at no cost to young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 in the U.S. to help them develop and scale their startups.

This award recognizes and celebrates emerging businesses in Colorado and Wyoming that demonstrate strong leadership character, foster a positive organizational culture, and actively engage with their communities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Milwaukee area that focus on equity and support projects in areas such as arts, aging, early childhood education, small business development, environment, and medical research.

This program provides financial support and consulting services to help BIPOC and low-income creative entrepreneurs in Pennsylvania start or grow their micro businesses.

This program provides funding and resources to help small businesses grow and succeed sustainably while positively impacting their local communities.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania that focus on workforce development, financial literacy, or entrepreneurship.

This program provides financial support to businesses and property owners in downtown Cape Girardeau for improving the exterior appearance of their commercial buildings.

This program provides non-dilutive funding and strategic support to Massachusetts-based companies that have received federal Phase II SBIR or STTR grants, helping them commercialize innovative technologies and grow their businesses.

This grant provides up to $500 to teachers and students in Minnesota to help fund service-learning projects focused on water and sanitation initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational entities, local governments, and tax-exempt organizations for projects that improve the quality of life in Woodbury County, Iowa, and surrounding areas.