Nebraska grants for Small businesses
Explore 25 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
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Date Added
Nov 17, 2023
This program provides funding to community groups and individuals to improve parks, trails, and public spaces in Lincoln through volunteer-led projects.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Feb 2, 2026
This program provides financial assistance to property owners and business tenants in Downtown Kearney, Nebraska, for upgrading and restoring commercial buildings to eliminate blight and enhance the area's economic and visual appeal.
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Not specified
Date Added
Apr 22, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that offer job training and educational services to low-income adults in Nebraska, particularly those receiving or eligible for SNAP benefits, to help them secure stable employment and achieve self-sufficiency.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Date Added
Apr 22, 2024
The Nebraska SBIR/STTR Initiative provides financial assistance to small businesses in Nebraska participating in the federal SBIR/STTR programs. This state initiative offers Phase 0 assistance to help businesses apply for federal Phase 1 funding and matching funds for successful Phase 1 and Phase 2 federal awards. The initiative aims to promote innovation and technology transfer among small businesses in Nebraska, with a total fund availability of up to $6 million per year. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadline: July 1st to June 30th
Application Deadline
Oct 15, 2024
Date Added
Sep 20, 2024
The Heartland Regional Food Business Center is offering Business Builder Subawards ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to support small food and farm businesses in selected states and counties, aiming to expand local and regional food markets, increase business acumen, and strengthen food systems in response to COVID-19, with projects to be completed within a year.
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Not specified
Date Added
Dec 5, 2023
Grant Name: Nebraska Film Office Grant Funding Source: Nebraska Film Office Fund Purpose: The grant aims to promote the State of Nebraska through marketing efforts and contribute to job creation and economic development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and awards are made at the discretion of the Department of Economic Development (DED) to further the state's best interests. The application and guidelines can be accessed through the Nebraska Film Office Grant webpage or by contacting the program coordinator. Additional resources, including user guides for applying through DED's AmpliFund system, are available on their resource page.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2025
Date Added
Mar 10, 2025
This grant provides financial support for Nebraska-based businesses to develop prototypes, with a focus on innovation in non-retail primary industries, including value-added agriculture.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2025
Date Added
Mar 10, 2025
This program provides matching funds to Nebraska businesses collaborating with local colleges or universities on research and development projects that create or improve products and processes to boost revenue.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2025
Date Added
Mar 10, 2025
This program provides financial support to Nebraska-based small businesses that have received federal funding for innovative research and development projects, helping them advance their technologies and products.
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Date Added
Oct 31, 2025
This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.
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Jun 10, 2025
This grant provides financial support and mentorship to early-stage cleantech entrepreneurs in the Midwest who are developing innovative solutions to promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Application Deadline
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Date Added
Dec 31, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and municipal entities for tourism-related projects that promote economic development and encourage overnight stays in Gering and Scotts Bluff County.
Application Deadline
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Date Added
Feb 11, 2025
This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.
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Date Added
Jan 7, 2026
This initiative provides financial support and resources to early-stage startups in Lincoln, Nebraska, helping them grow and create jobs while connecting them with a network of mentors and professional services.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 28, 2025
This program provides funding to local governments and community organizations in Nebraska to promote national or international events, attracting out-of-state visitors and enhancing the state's tourism profile.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 27, 2024
This program provides financial support to LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants, cafes, and bars to help them thrive and recover from challenges.
Application Deadline
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Date Added
Oct 28, 2025
This program provides financial support to nonprofit and for-profit organizations in Nebraska for innovative tourism marketing projects that attract visitors and promote the state's attractions and events.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 30, 2025
This funding opportunity supports small- to mid-sized transportation projects in Omaha that aim to reduce carbon emissions from roadways, targeting governmental bodies and organizations focused on sustainable infrastructure.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 29, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Lincoln, Nebraska, that focus on enhancing social equity and quality of life through initiatives in arts, community development, education, and human services, with a special emphasis on supporting refugees and immigrants.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 6, 2025
This grant provides financial support for educational arts programs in Nebraska, targeting nonprofit organizations, schools, and community initiatives that aim to improve learning outcomes in the arts.

