Connecticut Business Grants by City and Industry
Explore local grant pages for Connecticut businesses, including funding paths for technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and more.
Featured Funding Opportunities
Active public subsidies and capital programs available for businesses operating in Connecticut:
JobsCT Tax Rebate
Tax Rebate (25% of Withholding Tax)Provided by: DECD | Type: Tax Credit
A simpler, earn-as-you-grow rebate. If you create 25 new jobs paying decent wages (varies by city, but typically ~$85k), you get a rebate equal to 25% of the state income tax those employees pay. In Opportunity Zones, it bumps to 50%.
Official PortalManufacturing Innovation Fund (MIF) Voucher
Grant up to $49,000 (Matched 1:1)Provided by: CCAT / DECD | Type: Grant
The MVP (Manufacturing Voucher Program) provides matching grants for buying new equipment (3D printers, CNCs, robotic arms). You put in $50k, the state puts in $49k.
Official PortalConnecticut Innovations (CI) Equity
$500k - $2M Equity InvestmentProvided by: Connecticut Innovations | Type: Hybrid
CI is the state's VC arm. They lead or follow in seed/Series A rounds. They are critical for the bioscience ecosystem in New Haven.
Official PortalBrowse Connecticut grant pages by city
Start with major local markets such as Groton / New London, Hartford, New Haven, then choose the industry page that matches your business.