58 California Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies in eligible locations for projects that benefit the community. Program areas include homelessness, income inequality, recreation, education, health, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, ar...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. Eligible b...

Opportunity for USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, researchers, startups, and students to participate in a contest to develop a method of assessing public opinion of law enforcement. The contest is intended to generate a more reliable and equit...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a business development program located in Tel Aviv, Israel. Successful applicants will receive funding, business resources, networking opportunities, mentorship, and access to investment opport...

Opportunity for California start-up companies in eligible locations to participate in a program that promotes business growth and success. The program is intended to assist outstanding space tech teams that are struggling with issues related to civil, commercial, or mi...

Grants of up to $2,500 to California small businesses and entrepreneurs in eligible locations to mitigate the financial impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Priority consideration will be given to historically underserved populations. Funds may also be used f...

Opportunity for California entrepreneurs in eligible counties to participate in a business development program. The program is intended for businesses developing green technologies. Successful applicants will receive marketing and promotion opportunities, coaching, dis...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startup companies to participate in a business development program in the US. The 12-week program provides participants with funding as well as mentoring and networking opportunities. Participants are required to relocate ...

Fellowships to USA women business owners in the hospitality industry for professional training and leadership development. Funding is intended to help women to expand their food and beverage businesses. Applicants must commit to attending all of the virtual classes. El...

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA and territories individual artist entrepreneurs with spinal injuries for innovative projects. Funding is intended to support creative projects that have the potential to grow into a business that will improve the financial stability of the...

Opportunity for USA Hispanic food industry entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in an accelerator program. Participants will receive coaching, programming, business resources, and an opportunity to receive a $10,000 grant. Participants must currently oper...

Opportunity for California businesses in eligible locations to participate in a business development program to develop innovative clean technologies. The program is intended for technologies that address the following topics: zero-emissions transportation, clean energ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International cybersecurity startups to participate in an accelerator program in Texas. Selected startups will receive 12 weeks of programming, mentorship, and networking opportunities, as well as financial support and perks and deals f...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International female entrepreneurs from any sector in recognition of their achievements and to provide support for business development and growth. Award recipients will receive financial support; human support, including training, coaching, ...

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to USA Black female small business owners to foster the growth of their businesses. In addition to the cash grant, selected grantees will be provided with digital tools and mentorship to advance their online presence and bolster th...

Grants and loans to USA nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribes to promote the growth and development of small-scale businesses and entrepreneurs in rural areas. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. The purpos...

Grant of $2,500 and in-kind services to a USA individual entrepreneur to start or expand their business. Funding is intended to support business start-up or growth-related costs. In-kind services include registered agent services and a tax consultation.

Grant of $2,500 to a USA high school senior, undergraduate, university, or trade school student to pursue entrepreneurial aspirations. Funding is intended to be used towards education expenses. Eligible applicants are those with an interest in starting a business.

Awards to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs in recognition of innovative business activities. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs in the technology and science fields and to support their ongoing efforts. Award recipients will be given f...

Grants of $3,750 to USA women and minority business owners and entrepreneurs to foster business development. Funding is intended to support the grantee in starting or advancing their business. The goal of the program is to help women and minority business owners achiev...

Awards to California innovators, entrepreneurs, and students in eligible locations to recognize young leaders in the startup and technology industries. Awards are intended for leaders aged 25 years old or younger who are contributing to the local industry in impactful ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations for innovative solutions related to infectious diseases. Finalists will present their ideas, products, and inventions to judges in the technology, medicine, pharmaceutical, and business ind...

Grants of $25,000 to USA and Puerto Rico for-profit organizations to support business development. Funding is intended to assist emerging businesses as they strive to grow and expand. Requests will be accepted from small businesses with a revenue of under one million d...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International agricultural startups to participate in a business development program. Participants will be involved in weekly instructional sessions and coaching meetings and will receive deals from vendors and office space. They will b...

Opportunity for USA technologists, students, and teams to participate in a business and product development program in the social justice and social impact fields. Eligible applicants have technical skills in the fields of engineering, emerging technologies, design, an...

Grants to California individuals and for-profit commercial entities to enable the initial production of promising new clean technology. Eligible project categories include energy efficiency, end-use electrification, energy storage, zero- and negative carbon emissions, ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. Funding is intended to support programs that benefit women and minority and under-represented communities. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progr...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

Grants to USA organizations for projects that promote social equity and justice. The purpose of funding is to increase access to opportunities and promote more equitable outcomes for minorities. Funding priorities include projects related to education, entrepreneurship...

Opportunity for USA startups to participate in an accelerator program in Indianapolis. Program participants will receive mentoring, networking opportunities, vendor perks, brainstorming opportunities, and continuous support following the accelerator. The program will h...

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support general organizational expenses and programming as well as to provide assistance for social startups in the areas of education, preservation...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International medtech startups led by Black founders to participate in an accelerator program. Participants will have access to mentoring, industry speakers, networking opportunities, a pitch night, and an assortment of vendor perks. Th...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International clinicians and researchers at universities, medical centers, nonprofit organizations, and biotech companies for studies related to dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International clinicians and researchers working at universities, academic medical centers, nonprofit organizations, and biotechnology companies for research related to Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias. Applicants must submit an LOI pr...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International clinicians and researchers based at nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, and medical centers for Alzheimer's disease treatment research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. This funding opportunity prioritizes...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International mom entrepreneurs to help grow their businesses. The purpose of the program is to encourage and support women who own their own businesses as they endeavor to balance motherhood and work. Three levels of prizes will be awa...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program in the US. The program is intended to allow emerging, high-growth businesses to access funding and join a mentorship and coaching program that includes one-on-one m...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to protect individual liberty and promote faithfulness to the Constitution. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Program focus areas include constitutional order, civil society, informed c...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address the needs of residents in eligible counties, with priority given to low- to moderate-income populations. Applicants in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska,...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals through innovative ...

Grants to USA and territories organizations for education and community development activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of education, civic enhancement, and entrepreneurship. Proposals must support activities taking place in th...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canada nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities for research projects in any sector. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve research ch...

Opportunity for USA post-9/11 veterans with disabilities to participate in a program to build skills and resources related to business management and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive training and mentoring as well as travel and lodging. Programs take place o...

Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, includ...

Opportunity for USA veteran business owners to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist veterans with successful reintegration into civilian life by providing them with coaching and tools in management, marketing, financial topic...

Grants of $5,000, grants of $10,000, and in-kind support to USA Black women entrepreneurs to support equal opportunities in business. The purpose of this program is to support high-impact ideas and solutions and break down barriers caused by racial inequality. Eligible...

Grants of $2,500 to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support recovery after a natural disaster. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs who have faced business interruptions due to an unforeseen environmental event, such as a wildfire or hurricane. Eligible appli...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials. Appl...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs for innovative research to stimulate social progress. Funding is intended for projects addressing criminal justice, economic opportunity, education, foreign policy, free speech and peace, health care, immigration, entrepre...