Federal Grants for Small Business
Access federal funding programs including SBIR, SBA grants, and other government initiatives designed to support American small businesses and startups.
Major Federal Programs
Explore the most significant federal funding opportunities for American businesses. Click "Learn More" for detailed guides.
- • Phase I: Proof of concept ($50K-$300K)
- • Phase II: Development ($750K-$1.7M)
- • Phase III: Commercialization
- • Microloans ($500 - $50K)
- • 7(a) Loans (up to $5M)
- • CDC/504 Loans (real estate/equipment)
- • Women Business Centers
- • Minority Business Development
- • Veteran Entrepreneur Programs
Federal Grant Application Process
Follow these steps to successfully apply for federal grants. Get our detailed guide for step-by-step instructions.
Register Your Business
Obtain DUNS number, register in SAM.gov, and complete business registrations.
Find Opportunities
Search grants.gov and agency websites for relevant funding opportunities.
Prepare Application
Gather required documents, write proposals, and prepare detailed budgets.
Submit & Follow Up
Submit through grants.gov and track application status through the review process.
All Federal Grant Programs
Browse all available federal grants. Click "Application Guide" to get detailed instructions before applying.
Federal Grant Programs
5 grants found| Grant Name | Agency | Funding Amount | Deadline | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Federal funding for small businesses to engage in research and development with commercialization potential. FederalTechnology | Small Business Administration | $50,000 - $1,700,000 | Rolling applications | Active | Application Guide |
SBA Growth Accelerator Fund Funding to support small business accelerators and incubators that help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses. FederalSmall Business | Small Business Administration | $10,000 - $500,000 | March 30, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
Department of Energy Clean Energy Grants Funding for clean energy technology development and deployment projects. FederalGreen Energy | Department of Energy | $50,000 - $2,000,000 | April 15, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
Women Business Centers Program Funding to support women entrepreneurs through business counseling and training. FederalWomen Entrepreneurs | Small Business Administration | $25,000 - $300,000 | May 20, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
Minority Business Development Agency Grants Support for minority-owned businesses to access capital and expand operations. FederalMinority Business | Minority Business Development Agency | $15,000 - $400,000 | June 10, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)
Federal funding for small businesses to engage in research and development with commercialization potential.
SBA Growth Accelerator Fund
Funding to support small business accelerators and incubators that help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses.
Department of Energy Clean Energy Grants
Funding for clean energy technology development and deployment projects.
Women Business Centers Program
Funding to support women entrepreneurs through business counseling and training.
Minority Business Development Agency Grants
Support for minority-owned businesses to access capital and expand operations.