Micro Grants
Small funding under $25K with simple applications and fast turnaround for US entrepreneurs
🤝For Nonprofits(3)
Brooklyn Org Microgrants Program
brooklyn.org
Offers one-year general operating microgrants of up to $10,000 for emerging, neighborhood-based nonprofits and community...
CitizensNYC Neighborhood Business Grant
citizensnyc.org
Provides microgrants of up to $5,000 to New York City small business owners with 10 or fewer employees for projects that...
City of Tampa Entrepreneur Support Hub Microgrant Program
tampa.gov
Provides microgrants up to $1,500 for startup businesses under 12 months (BASE Grant) and up to $3,000 for established m...
🏪For Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs(6)
The Coramino Fund
lisc.org
Created by LISC in partnership with Kevin Hart's Gran Coramino Tequila, this fund provides $10,000 grants to small busin...
Jacksonville Black Chamber of Commerce Micro-Grant Program
jaxblackchamber.org
Provides micro-grants, funding guidance, and capital readiness coaching to help emerging entrepreneurs and small busines...
VTA Business Microgrant Program
vta.org
Created by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, this program awards microgrants ranging from $3,500 to $50,0...
City of Waconia Start Up Grant Program
waconiamn.gov
Provides matching grant funds up to $5,000 to cover eligible start-up expenses for new small businesses operating in the...
Galaxy Grant
galaxyofstars.org
Sponsored by 501(c)(3) nonprofit Hidden Star, this program awards micro-grants of up to $4,250 to women and minority sma...
Veteran Woman Entrepreneur Grant
twu.edu
Offers $5,000 micro-grants alongside structured business training and coaching to military women veterans in Texas who o...
✨More Programs(11)
Black Ambition Prize
blackambitionprize.com
Awards non-dilutive capital grants ranging from $15,000 to $1,000,000 along with mentorship to Black and Hispanic entrep...
EmpowHer Grants
boundlessfutures.org
Offered by the Boundless Futures Foundation, this program provides up to $25,000 in business grant funding for US-based ...
Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund
farmvetco.org
Provides direct micro-grant funding ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 paid to third-party vendors for equipment, infrastruct...
Freed Fellowship Grant
freedfellowship.com
Offers monthly $500 micro-grants (and eligibility for a $2,500 year-end grant) to U.S. small business owners and underre...
HerRise MicroGrant
hersuitespot.com
Administered by the Yva Jourdan Foundation via HerSuiteSpot, this program awards $1,000 monthly micro-grants to under-re...
NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant
naacp.org
Awards $25,000 grants alongside mentorship opportunities to Black entrepreneurs across the U.S. to help grow and scale t...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are micro grants?
Micro grants are small funding amounts (typically under $25,000) with simpler application processes and faster decisions than traditional government grants. They are ideal for sole proprietors, early-stage startups, side projects, and first-time grant applicants.
How quickly can I get micro grant funding?
Many micro grants have turnaround times of 2-8 weeks from application to decision, compared to 3-6 months for larger government programs. Some programs like pitch competitions can award funding on the spot.
Do I need a registered business to apply?
Requirements vary by program. Some micro grants accept sole proprietors and freelancers, while others require a registered business or nonprofit status. Creative grants from arts councils often accept individual artists.
Are there micro grants for specific demographics?
Yes. Many micro grants target specific groups including women entrepreneurs, Indigenous business owners, youth under 30, newcomers/immigrants, Black entrepreneurs, persons with disabilities, and creative professionals.
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