78 Minnesota Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Opportunity for USA high school students to participate in a competition for innovative product or business development ideas. Winners receive up to $1,500 in funds to start or expand a business or to develop a product. Funding is intended to encourage and support entr...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals with professional leadership experience in energy and food systems to expand their knowledge and leadership capacity. This program is intended to provide networking opportunities and teach skills to elected offi...

Opportunity for USA individuals, IHEs, agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and other inventors to develop innovative energy storage solutions. This challenge is meant to focus on less conventional use cases such as energy storage in extreme climates or re...

Opportunity for Minnesota Brown, Black, and women-led startups to participate in an accelerator program to facilitate business growth. Awardees will receive mentoring from industry leaders and investors, build relationships with other companies, and learn to scale thei...

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies to participate in a 12-week business development program. The program is designed for companies with undercapitalized founders and offers mentorships and coaching, deals and perks from assorted companies, opportunities to netwo...

Grants to USA qualifying women entrepreneurs to address particular business needs. Funding is intended to provide support in the following focus areas: business tools, healthcare, digital marketing, operations, business insurance, retirement, and professional services,...

Grants and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a positive impact on...

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind services to qualifying USA women entrepreneurs to enhance business success and personal wellbeing. The program offers direct financial support, as well as coaching, tools, and resources to promote self-care. The goal of the program is t...

Grants and in-kind support to USA early-stage jewelry designers for career-building activities. In addition to the cash grant, merchandise, feedback, and industry recognition will be given to emerging entrepreneurs who work primarily in silver. The purpose of the progr...

Opportunity for USA startup businesses to participate in a program to test or deploy innovative prototypes or services addressing climate change issues in Alaska. Funding is intended to assist early-stage companies seeking to secure initial customers. Companies must de...

Grant of $1,000 to a USA entrepreneur or business owner to boost their business. Funding is intended to assist the business in reaching the next level it is aiming for, such as scaling operations or launching a new product. Grant funds must be used exclusively for legi...

Prizes and in-kind support to USA Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs to support business endeavors. Funding is intended to provide support and guidelines to businesses in one of the following categories: healthcare, media and entertainment, technology, consumer products ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progress in diversifying entrepreneurship and empowering a more diverse group of investors through knowledge and...

In-kind grants of creative and marketing services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, educational, and service organizations and government agencies to improve communications and brand value. The goal of the program is to help organizations strengthen the mark...

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico entrepreneurs in creative industries to participate in a business development program. In addition to receiving a $5,000 grant, entrepreneurs will be able to participate in a coaching program and have access to other educational and ...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and Tribes for local workforce and economic development initiatives that benefit eligible counties. Focus areas include housing, entrepreneurship, mentoring and internship programs, an...

Opportunity for USA and Canada startups to participate in a three-month technology accelerator program. The purpose of the accelerator is to devise climate tech and sustainability solutions and to help startups grow their companies. Participating startups will receive ...

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to invest...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program. Applications are welcome from businesses in all industries, verticals, and models. Participants will receive investment funding, mentoring, deals and perks, and ne...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a condi...

Grants of $10,000 to USA and Puerto Rico restaurants for disaster relief. Funding may be used for operating expenses including utilities, rent, supplies and materials, food and beverage inventory, and supplier costs. Eligible restaurants are those experiencing hardship...

Opportunity for USA and International startups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development boot camp and competition. Applicants must have a promising early-stage idea focused on climate change. Participants will attend a boot camp and national competiti...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to support health and education projects, as well as entrepreneurial ventures. Funding is intended for specific projects, capital improvements, and direct program costs. Additionally, programs that offer support to people during ti...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in communities in the funding source's service area. Areas of focus include economic developm...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and start-ups to participate in a business accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide support and funding to founders with innovative solutions that foster economic mobility for low-to-moderate incom...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startup companies and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants a stipend, fundraising opportunities, curated resources, workshops, and a network of cor...

Opportunity for Minnesota startup companies focused on food sustainability in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to offer applicants fundraising opportunities, workshops, curated resources, and a network of ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International start-up companies and entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program in New York City. The purpose of the program is to provide companies with opportunities for growth and success through mentorship, workshops, re...

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind support to USA individuals, businesses, and organizations to develop sustainable business models. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed before applying. Applicants must use existing climate data, projections,...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and St. Vincent and the Grenadines youth, ages 16 to 25, to pursue innovative ideas and projects. Special consideration will be given to applications in the areas of entrepreneurship, music and performing arts, and computer science. Fundin...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International female entrepreneurs from any sector in recognition of their achievements and to provide support for business development and growth. Award recipients will receive financial support; human support, including training, coaching, ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs in recognition of innovative business activities. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs in the technology and science fields and to support their ongoing efforts. Award recipients will be given f...

Grants and loans to USA nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribes to promote the growth and development of small-scale businesses and entrepreneurs in rural areas. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to ...

Opportunity for USA mobility or sustainability-related startups to participate in a business accelerator in Tennessee. In addition to funding, participants receive mentorship, focused support, connections to important networks, specialized perks, and an opportunity to ...

Opportunity for USA and Canada entrepreneurs in eligible locations to join a business accelerator program. Funding is intended to advance water technology in the Great Lakes area. The goal of the program is to support startups working on innovative water technology, bu...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a pitch competition and to receive access to knowledge, networks, and capital. Participants will go through a multi-stage process during which selected startups will attend a bootcamp and several...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community development initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended for start-up projects, equipment purchases, and capital improvements. In general, grant requests are limit...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program in the US. The program is intended to allow emerging, high-growth businesses to access funding and join a mentorship and coaching program that includes one-on-one m...

Grants to USA organizations for projects that promote social equity and racial justice. The purpose of funding is to increase access to opportunities and promote more equitable outcomes for minorities. Funding priorities include projects related to education, entrepren...

Opportunity for USA and Canada startups in multiple states to participate in an accelerator program. Participating businesses will receive an investment in exchange for equity in the company. Additional benefits include coaching, mentoring, strategic networking, deals,...

Grants of up to $40,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in eligible communities for programs related to the focus areas of education and youth, and well-being and fitness. Short applications must be submitted prior to submitting ...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support business growth and development for female entrepreneurs. Focus areas include capacity building, advancing ecosystems, strengthening resources, and providing educational opportunities for women and girls...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects to assist underserved populations in communities around the world. Funding is intended for activities that improve communities through economic development, technology, and e...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals throu...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canada nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities for research projects in any sector. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve research ch...

Opportunity for USA post-9/11 veterans with service-related disabilities to participate in a program to develop skills and resources related to business management and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive training and mentoring as well as travel and lodging. Pro...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to benefit youth and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and future-ready youth. Funding i...