72 California Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

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 and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs serving the communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Program areas include environment, human welfare, health and well-being, education, and youth empowerm...

Opportunity for USA veterans with disabilities to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person reside...

Grants to California nonprofits in eligible locations for programs and projects that address the needs of underserved populations. Funding is intended to assist low-income residents in achieving economic security through workforce training, education, entrepreneurship,...

Grants of up to $10,000 to California small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to improve accessibility. Funding is intended for specialist inspections as well as the purchase of equipment, fixtures, and certain accessible furniture. Eligible bu...

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit technology organizations to offset start-up costs and provide start-up support. Successful applicants will receive a stipend as well as media exposure, networking opportunities, and marketing opportunities. Funding is intende...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International startups, businesses, and individuals for business development assistance. Support involves discussions, consultation, and resources about technology to support business operations. The funder specializes in finding inn...

Grants and in-kind support to USA start-up business ventures led by military veterans. The purpose of this program is to help veteran entrepreneurs successfully build their businesses. In addition to funding, businesses will receive support in strategic planning, opera...

Grants of $1,500 to California small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to offset costs related to vandalism and crime-related damages. Funding is intended to support expenses incurred by storefront repairs, and may also be used for boarding cos...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small businesses owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ses...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to develop clean energy technologies. The purpose of the program is to advance key technologies that will help achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The program is intended for early-stage entrepreneurs, includi...

Opportunity for USA veterans and family members of veterans to participate in a business development program. The program is open to veterans and their immediate family members at any stage of their business development. Successful applicants will receive assistance in...

Grants to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Focus areas include the following: public health and emergency response, arts and cultural preservation, ecotourism and rural development, IT sta...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA veterans and active-duty military individuals to assist in opening a business. Funding is intended to give veterans the boost of capital and advice that can allow them to begin their journey as successful business owners. Program staff wi...

Grants of $1,000 to USA women entrepreneurs from BIPOC communities for business needs. Previous recipients have used their grants to purchase equipment, software, and computers, and for services like marketing and website creation. Businesses must be 51% owned by women...

Grants of $2,500 to USA women of color entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. Funding is intended to equip these businesses with the assets they need to compete in the modern marketplace. When it comes to financial backing, women of color business owners are...

Grants of up to $5,000 to California female-owned small businesses in eligible regions for projects to promote growth. Applicants must contact their business technical assistance provider prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects related to business operation...

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International businesses, startups, and fintechs to help them streamline and upgrade their payment systems. In addition to monetary support, companies will receive mentorship, marketing support, and the use of the funding ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International developers to optimize the use of the funding source's blockchain technology. Applications will be assessed based on factors including the applicant's business plan, track record, funding status, and alignment with the funding s...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and academic organizations, early-career and established researchers, and startups for studies related to colorectal cancer. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to a full grant appli...

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $50,000, and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individuals for projects in Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to support innovative approaches to adv...

Grants to USA academic and research institutions, CBOs, direct care providers, and new companies for brain-related research. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to a full application. Funding is intended for science-based, research-oriented projects that a...