Private Business and Commerce Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York City that are working to improve procurement access and capacity for small businesses owned by historically excluded groups.

This grant provides funding to organizations in the greater Chicago area that are working to enhance support for tech-based startups, improve access to capital, and advocate for reducing barriers to entrepreneurship.

This program provides $10,000 in cash and free business coaching to small businesses in the U.S. that have been operating for at least a year and seek to invest in growth opportunities.

This funding initiative provides financial support to rural communities in North Dakota to enhance grocery services and improve food access, particularly through food co-ops and collaborative systems.

This grant provides financial support to small and mid-sized family farms in the Midwest that focus on sustainable practices and sell their products in the Chicago market.

This program provides microgrants to craft artists in the U.S. to help them prepare for emergencies, enhance studio safety, and ensure career continuity, with a focus on supporting BIPOC and folk artists.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal entities in Northwest Minnesota that are working to create inclusive communities for immigrants and refugees by enhancing social, civic, and economic connections.

This program provides $2,000 in funding and business consultation to Pennsylvania-based creative entrepreneurs operating micro businesses in various creative industries.

This program provides support and resources to U.S.-based startups focused on ocean technology and data, helping them grow and scale their innovations in the Blue Economy.

This initiative provides $5,000 in unrestricted funding to women-led for-profit businesses in the U.S. with annual revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000, supporting their growth and community impact.

This funding initiative provides financial support to established farmers, food producers, and small local businesses within 100 miles of Menomonie Market Food Co-op to enhance their operations and promote sustainable local food systems.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects by faculty at the University of Maryland and its partner institutions, aimed at developing impactful healthcare solutions and technologies.

This program provides funding to nonprofits that empower BIPOC communities by improving access to education, healthcare, and professional opportunities.

This funding initiative supports grassroots, women-led projects in New York City that empower women and girls, particularly those from marginalized communities, by providing financial resources for initiatives in education, health, entrepreneurship, and advocacy.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities for planning and feasibility projects that revitalize neglected urban areas within Duke Energy's service territories, promoting job creation and commercial redevelopment.

This competition provides funding and support for women entrepreneurs in the U.S. to help them develop and scale their business ideas.

This grant provides financial support and resources to innovative early-stage technology startups in Fairfax County, Virginia, particularly those led by underrepresented founders, to help them grow and attract future investments.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups focused on developing and empowering African American-owned businesses in Indianapolis by addressing barriers to capital and sustainability.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to develop innovative solutions for utilizing underused wood fiber, supporting rural economies and forest health.

This initiative provides financial support to LGBTQIA+ small business owners in the U.S. to foster growth and innovation within their enterprises.