HFFI FARE Fund provides $20,000–$250,000 grants and technical assistance to expand healthy food access in underserved communities.
Apply by July 31, 2026
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The Melissa Washington Small Business Award supports woman veteran entrepreneurs with up to $5,000, plus coaching and recognition.
Apply by July 31, 2026
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AT&T Small Business Contest awards $50,000, a year of AT&T service, mentorship, and a featured spotlight. Four runners-up each receive $5,000 U.S. small businesses
Apply by July 31, 2026
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Changing the Game Grant awards five $20,000 grants to U.S. food and beverage businesses creating women’s sports-focused spaces centered on community, wellness, and inclusivity.
Apply by July 31, 2026
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Breva Thrive Grant is a quarterly $5,000 grant for U.S. small businesses with community impact, prioritizing revenue-generating, 1+ year businesses serving underserved communities.
Apply by July 31, 2026
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Galaxy Grants awards free small business grants to women and minority entrepreneurs, with current funding of $4,250 and a quick, 30-second application process.
Apply by July 31, 2026
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Alibaba.com CoCreate Pitch 2026 gives U.S. product-based startups a chance to compete for a $1M+ global prize pool and pitch live in Los Angeles.
Apply by July 25, 2026
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CO—100 honors 100 outstanding U.S. small businesses with national recognition, media exposure, and networking. One grand prize winner receives $25,000.
Apply by July 23, 2026
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Santander’s Cultivate Small Business is a free 12-week program for food entrepreneurs offering Babson-led training, mentorship, networking, and grants from $2,500 to $20,000.
Apply by July 22, 2026
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The Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards provide $20,000, training, and marketing support to small businesses driving positive social or environmental impact.
Apply by July 19, 2026
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The OpenAI Foundation is committing $50 million in 2026 to support nonprofits engaging with AI to advance their missions and serve their communities.
Apply by July 15, 2026
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Garden Futures Grants award $2,500–$10,000 to nonprofits and public gardens advancing community impact, garden preservation, and ecological gardening. Priority goes to organizations with budgets under $1M.
Apply by July 15, 2026
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Zendesk Tech for Good provides eligible nonprofits with free customer service software, grants of $10,000–$50,000, and pro bono support to expand impact and better serve their communities.
Apply by July 15, 2026
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The SpringWell360 Health Equity Grant provides $1,000 in funding to support students, professionals, researchers, and community organizations advancing health equity. Projects focused on education, research, outreach, or reducing health disparities in underserved communities are encouraged.
Apply by August 31, 2026.
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The Honeycomb Credit “Changing the Game” Grant awards $20,000 to a small business owner to support growth initiatives such as expansion, equipment purchases, renovations, or other business improvements. Funds small business owners with a vision to move beyond the traditional sports bar model, to create elevated environments centered on food and beverage, community, and wellness. Applicants must own a U.S.-based small business and complete the online application.
Apply by July 31, 2026
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Grants.gov makes it easier for nonprofits and government partners to find and apply for federal grants by centralizing opportunities and streamlining the application process.
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A searchable directory to find your local chamber of commerce by state, city, or territory, helping businesses connect with their nearest chamber.
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CO— by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers small business owners actionable advice, expert content, tools, and resources to help start, run, and grow successful companies.
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Venturize offers flexible loan options and capital solutions to help small businesses grow, expand operations, and strengthen financial footing with accessible funding support.
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Somercor provides loans, grants, and advisory support to help small businesses and nonprofits grow, create jobs, and strengthen communities across Illinois and the Midwest.
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready empowered one coffee entrepreneur with a $10K grant and financial mastery courses—he hired a CPA, upgraded branding and scaled his business nationwide. Learn More Here.
Securing a small business grant can be a game-changer, but competition is fierce. A strong application doesn’t just happen, it requires strategy, clarity, and attention to detail. Here’s how to make your proposal stand out and increase your chances of winning funding. Start with the Basics Before you begin writing,…
Are you winging it with grant applications? Or do you juggle grant writing across multiple team members – but have no clear owner driving the work?
Mona Ventures is a platform connecting U.S. small businesses to affordable loans and grants, offering personalized support and coaching throughout the application process.
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The Mission Sustainability Initiative (MSI) at Forefront supports Illinois-based nonprofits in exploring strategic partnerships through confidential consultations, educational resources, and $5,000 grants for partnership readiness.
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The WE Hub Money Finder helps Illinois women entrepreneurs find grants, loans, and funding opportunities tailored to their business needs.
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Capital is a critical resource ... For more than 30 years, we’ve specialized in flexible lending products and creative real estate solutions that help nonprofits achieve their growth goals and best serve their communities.
For more information, visit IFF.org
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OFN’s free CDFI Locator helps you find community development financial institutions (CDFIs) across the U.S. that provide mission-driven financing for small businesses, nonprofits, and community projects.
For more information, visit OFN.org
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Greenwood Archer Capital provides $10K–$500K loans to small businesses in historically disinvested communities, offering flexible capital to support growth, stability, and long-term success.
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Comcast RISE is supporting the growth of all small businesses and entrepreneurs committed to uplifting their local communities. The program is built to help businesses and their communities thrive with a focus on economic growth.
TechRise Resources offers guides, templates, and tools to help founders build, launch, and grow tech businesses with practical advice and actionable insights.
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