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Grants for New York Small Businesses & Startups

Explore 478 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for small businesses, startups, LLCs, C corporations, S corporations, sole proprietors, and independent entrepreneurs operating in New York. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state economic development programs, SBIR/STTR research funding, and corporate growth initiatives, updated daily.

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Grants to USA Qualifying Realtor Associations for Housing-Related Disaster Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA qualifying realtor associations for housing-related disaster relief. The purpose of the program is to provide emergency support for communities following the declaration of a major disaster by local, state, or federal agencies. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 210441

Financial Assistance to USA Pharmacy Owners to Repair Pharmacies Following a Disaster

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance to USA and territories pharmacy owners to repair pharmacies following a disaster. Funding is intended to repair community pharmacies in the wake of illnesses, accidents, disasters, and other unfortunate circumstances. Applicants do not need to...

GrantWatch ID#: 210442

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals and Businesses for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $2,500 to USA and Canada businesses and individuals in the rental sector for assistance in the wake of a disaster. Funding is intended to provide support after natural disasters that significantly impacted rental operatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 210493

Grants to New York Buildings to Improve Energy Efficiency

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York residential, industrial, and commercial buildings and facilities to improve energy efficiency. Funding is intended to provide technical assistance to promote heat recovery energy conservation measures while retrofitting existing buildings. To qu...

GrantWatch ID#: 211542

Grants to USA For-Profits, Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribal Entities, and IHEs for Programs and Ev...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $7,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories government and tribal agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, faith-based entities, workforce agencies, and veterans service organizations for events and programs that benefi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211725

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Businesses to Upgrade Systems

Deadline: Ongoing

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 fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 212065

Grants to USA Black-Owned Small Businesses for Financial Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA small back-owned businesses for financial support and growth. Funding is intended to help strengthen these brick-and-mortar businesses and thereby promote diversity in the American business environment. Grantees can use the funds for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212113

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico BIPOC-Owned Businesses to Assist with Financial Emergencies

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and Puerto Rico BIPOC-owned businesses to assist with financial emergencies. Funding is intended to help alleviate the burden of unexpected financial needs caused by natural disaster, equipment repair, theft, vandalism, and other crim...

GrantWatch ID#: 212154

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Developers for AI...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $20,000, and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, developers, and researchers for projects in Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to support innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 213528

Grants to USA Nonprofits and For-Profits to Increase Access to Affordable Capital

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and businesses to improve access to interest-free capital. Funding is provided as recoverable grants that are repaid if and when the recipient achieves specific financial milestones. The purpose of the prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 213824

Opportunity for USA Tech Companies to Participate in an Education Technology Accelerator

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA early-stage technology companies to participate in an education technology accelerator. The program includes mentorship from experienced professionals, a variety of valuable resources, access to funding, and ongoing support after the conclusion...

GrantWatch ID#: 214423

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Companies to Facilitate Product Marketing

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International companies to facilitate marketing of their product. Eligible companies have not yet brought their product to market and plan to use the funding source's tools to do so. Applications are welcome from all ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 214429

Grants to USA Private Sector Lenders for Affordable Housing Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA private sector lenders to increase affordable housing in rural locations. Funding is intended to be used by borrowers for the purchase, construction, and improvement of multi-family rental housing units for moderate- and low-income residents. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 214809

Loans to USA Power Supply Providers to Construct, Expand, and Maintain Electric Distribution F...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA power supply providers, including nonprofit and for-profit organizations, Tribes, and government agencies to construct, expand, and maintain electric distribution facilities in rural areas. Funding is intended to improve electric service in rural area...

GrantWatch ID#: 214813

Loans to USA Corporations, Utility Districts, Nonprofits, and Agencies to Implement Energy Eff...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA and territories corporations, utility districts, cooperatives, nonprofits, and agencies to implement energy efficiency measures in rural areas. The loans are intended to fund upgrades and/or replacements that will provide small businesses and rural fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214818

In-Kind Grants to USA, Canada, and International For-Profits to Integrate Artificial Intellige...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profits to integrate artificial intelligence software into a new startup or product. The program is intended to support the use of artificial intelligence voices and sounds in products. Grants will only be award...

GrantWatch ID#: 215413

Grants to USA Food and Beverage Workers and Business Owners in Multiple States for Mental Heal...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA food and beverage workers and business owners in multiple states for mental health counseling services. Services are provided free of charge by clinical teams at affiliated universities. Eligible establishments include but are not limited to bars, re...

GrantWatch ID#: 215650

Grants to USA AI Startups to Support Innovation in the Field of Artificial Intelligence

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA AI startups to support innovation in the field of artificial intelligence. Funding is intended to provide support to entrepreneurs who have developed creative applications of AI across all sectors. The program is intended to advance AI technology and...

GrantWatch ID#: 215808

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Start-Up Companies in the Space Industry

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and international start-up companies in the space industry for immediate needs. The grants are intended to bolster young companies that can benefit from unrestricted funding, such as entities that are facing cash flow problems. Pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 215955

Grants to New York Qualifying Financial Companies to Support Decarbonization Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York qualifying financial companies to support decarbonization projects. Funding is intended to reduce the cost of decarbonization, thereby speeding up the rate at which such measures are accomplished. Priority will be given to projects that positive...

GrantWatch ID#: 216465

Grants to New York Not-For-Profit and For-Profit Entities to Install Charging Equipment for El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York not-for-profit and for-profit entities to install charging equipment for electric vehicles in eligible locations. Funding is intended to reduce harmful emissions in the state through improving access to EV infrastructure. Applicants may apply fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216466

Grants to New York Schools, IHEs, and Commercial, Industrial, and Multifamily Facilities for T...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York qualifying P-12 schools, IHEs, and commercial, industrial, and multifamily facilities for technical assistance services to make clean energy decisions. Funding is intended for consultant services to prioritize the clean energy needs of each site...

GrantWatch ID#: 216471

Grants to New York Contractors for the Installation of Solar Energy Systems in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York contractors for the installation of solar energy systems for commercial and industrial areas that are connected to the electricity grid in eligible regions. Funding is intended to encourage the adoption of solar energy. For this incentive, eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 216481

Grants to New York Contractors for the Installation of Solar Energy Systems in Residential and...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York contractors for the installation of solar energy systems in residential and nonresidential sites. Funding is intended to increase the adoption of solar energy throughout the state by making it more affordable for consumers. All installed systems...

GrantWatch ID#: 216482

Grants to New York Commercial and Industrial Facilities for On-Site Energy Managers to Contrib...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York commercial and industrial facilities to demonstrate how on-site energy managers contribute to energy improvements. Funding is intended to assist facilities with making significant energy improvements by providing them with funding for a professi...

GrantWatch ID#: 216484

Grants to New York Businesses and Training Providers to Provide Job Training in Clean Technolo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York businesses, training providers, and labor management organizations to provide job training in clean technology and energy efficiency. Funding is intended to hire and train new workers in the industry, strengthening the workforce and supporting p...

GrantWatch ID#: 216485

Incentives to New York Truck or Bus Manufacturers and Dealerships to Purchase Zero-Emission Ve...

Deadline: Ongoing

Incentives to New York truck or bus manufacturers and dealerships to purchase zero-emission vehicles and equipment. Awardees will receive a discount on the purchase of electric vehicles to make them an affordable alternative to replacing aging diesel vehicles. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 216488

Grants to USA Nonprofit and For-Profit Performance Venues and Promoters to Respond to Emergenc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit performance venues and promoters to respond to emergencies. Eligible applicants work in the areas of performing arts, comedy, and music. Funding is intended for recovery from emergencies including natural and man-made disaste...

GrantWatch ID#: 217301

Grants to USA Independent Retailers for Disaster Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories independent retailers for disaster relief. Funding is intended to cover expenses needed to reopen and sustain operations after unforeseen events, such as inventory replacement, property repairs, relocation costs, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219945

Grants to New York Farms and Farmers for Programs to Increase the Amount of Fresh Food Served ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York farms and farmers for programs to increase the amount of fresh, locally sourced food served in school meals in eligible locations. Funding is intended to protect farmland, to educate residents about the importance of growing and eating local foo...

GrantWatch ID#: 220380

Grants to New York City Small Businesses for Environmental Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to New York City businesses in eligible locations for environmental impact projects. Funding is intended to support small businesses that are owned by members of the BIPOC community. Eligible projects will allow food and beverage businesses ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220714

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Founders of Startups to Receive Funding and Men...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International founders of startups to receive funding and mentorship from the funding source. The purpose of the program is to assist with the integration of artificial intelligence across all sectors. In addition to funding, found...

GrantWatch ID#: 221222

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies for Projects Related to Research Sec...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA entities such as nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for projects related to research security. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for collaborative projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 221614

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities to Commemorate Canadian Veterans

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 and up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and government agencies for community projects that commemorate Canadian veterans. Funding is intended for events and resources that honor those who se...

GrantWatch ID#: 222044

Loans to New York Small Businesses for COVID-19 Recovery

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans of up to $50,000 to New York businesses in eligible locations to strengthen operations. Funding is intended to assist underserved companies and those whose access to capital was negatively impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Eligible applicants ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 222342

Grants to New York Small Businesses for Advertising and Equipment Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $8,000 to New York small businesses in eligible regions for expenses related to advertising and purchasing equipment. Eligible expense categories include advertising, architectural services, computers, printers, signage, security, furniture, fixtu...

GrantWatch ID#: 222343

Grants to New York Start-ups and New Businesses for Capital Improvement Projects in Eligible R...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York start-ups and new businesses for capital improvement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for capital expenditures such as computers, printers, furniture, fixtures, and equipment, as well as expenses related to adver...

GrantWatch ID#: 222344

Loans to New York Small Businesses to Promote Economic Growth and Success in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans of up to $15,000 to New York small businesses to promote economic growth and success in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote community development by providing crowd sourced no no-interest, no fees, no collateral, and no minimum credit score loan...

GrantWatch ID#: 222345

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, Firms, and Defense Contractors for Cybersecuri...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofits, government agencies, defense contractors, businesses, companies, government contractors, healthcare providers, and other organizations for cybersecurity improvements. Funding is intended for a wide range of services to assist vulnerable o...

GrantWatch ID#: 222818

Grants to New York Small Businesses to Make More Job Opportunities Available to Low and Modera...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $35,000 to New York small businesses owned by or employing low or moderate-income individuals to make more job opportunities available in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funds include operating costs, equipment, working capital expenses, and fur...

GrantWatch ID#: 222904

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career App Developers to Participate in an Acce...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International early-career app developers in small businesses to participate in an accelerator program. Participants will receive in-kind funding source credits equaling 10% of the previous month's revenue to be applied towards the...

GrantWatch ID#: 223008

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in an Accelerator Progr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program related to ocean protection and commercialization. In addition to a monetary investment from the funding source, participants will receive operational support, strateg...

GrantWatch ID#: 223259

Opportunity for USA Environmentally-Focused Startups to Become Members of a Support Network

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA startups to become members of a support network. This program is intended for entrepreneurs developing ocean-focused startups, who will receive funding as well as personalized support as they grow their business. Members will benefit from the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 223262

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Tribes to Increase Knowledge of Sci...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, government agencies, and Tribes to increase knowledge of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Proposa...

GrantWatch ID#: 223633

Grants And In-Kind Support To USA, Canada, And International Early-Stage Companies To Help The...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International early-stage companies to help them get their products to market. Eligible companies align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: climate and nature or health and well-being. In addition ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223691

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA For-Profit Businesses to Address Capital Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA for-profit businesses and related subsidiaries to address capital needs. Funding is intended to assist businesses in their development, with priority given to businesses in rural regions. In addition to the capital investment, bus...

GrantWatch ID#: 223811

Loan Guarantees to USA Banks, Savings and Loan Associations, Credit Unions, and Farm Credit Ba...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loan guarantees to USA banks, savings and loan associations, credit unions, and farm credit banks for loans offered to rural businesses. Funding is intended to provide potential lenders with the financial strength to offer loans that assist rural businesses throug...

GrantWatch ID#: 223812

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Legal Firms, and Lawyers for Urgent Financial Assistance for Social ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, legal firms, and lawyers to provide urgent financial assistance for social justice litigation. Funding is intended to cover expenses associated with lawsuits that have a public interest aspect such as class a...

GrantWatch ID#: 224322

Loans to New York Housing Developers to Improve Energy Efficiency

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans of up to $25,000 to New York housing developers and contractors to improve energy efficiency in construction projects. Funding is intended for existing single-family residences and cannot be used for projects that include stand-alone additions, new construct...

GrantWatch ID#: 224641

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Small Businesses to Join the Analytic Support P...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International small businesses to join the analytic support pool for defense intelligence. Applicants are advised to prepare early for this rare competition for best results. Applicants may request a pre-RFP strategy session to hel...

GrantWatch ID#: 224764
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What is the difference between a small business grant and a loan?

Grants provide equity-free, non-repayable capital meant for business development, hiring, R&D, or expansion. Loans require full repayment with interest.

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