59 Connecticut Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts individual artists and organizations in eligible counties to promote artistic advancement and the creation of new work in any arts discipline. Funding is intended to support both emerging artists and es...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International education and workforce startups to participate in an accelerator program. Funding is intended to connect startups with investors and mentors and generate innovative approaches to these fields. This program is hybrid, with...

Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is to sup...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International financial technology startups to participate in an accelerator program. The program is intended to help businesses develop innovative financial technology services and products. Winning startup companies will collaborate w...

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...

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, tribes, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, public-private partnerships, and consortia to support economic development. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of t...

Prizes to USA organizations, institutions, corporations, teams, and individuals for innovative solutions to conserve water and electricity during dialysis. Qualifying engineers, healthcare providers, patients, entrepreneurs, and other entities will be honored for their...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of human services, entrepreneurship, housing, economic and workforce development, healthcare access, and abuse prevention. El...

Fellowships of $5,000 to USA and territories women entrepreneurs in a wide range of industries to help them lead and expand their early-stage business. In addition to funding, fellows will participate in workshops and receive business guidance, as well as the opportuni...

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 USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. Funding is intended to support programs that benefit women and minority and under-represented communities. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progr...

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...

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...

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...

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, 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...

Awards to USA, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Virgin Islands businesses, small business owners, and entrepreneurs to recognize their outstanding impact, innovations, and contributions to increasing the country's global competitiveness. Awards are intended to celebrate excellen...

Opportunity for USA individuals, teams, and organizations to participate in an entrepreneur accelerator program to develop innovative science-driven technologies. Program participants will receive training, mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities and will al...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups at any stage to participate in an accelerator program to help launch innovative technology ventures. Companies that provide products or services in the following sectors are eligible: cybersecurity, AI and machine...

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 active, guard, and reserve military, veterans, and their immediate family members to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will participate in an entrepreneurship accelerator. Sessions take place virtually and are give...

Grants of up to $25,000 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 p...

Opportunity for USA startup businesses to participate in a business accelerator program. This opportunity is intended for companies founded by Black entrepreneurs. Companies from all stages of development are welcome to apply. Accepted startups receive 12 weeks of ment...

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 $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact fa...

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...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, accredited colleges and universities, and for-profit start-ups to expedite bioscience innovation. The funding focuses on bioscience discoveries that can be introduced into commercial markets quickly in order to assist heal...

Grants to Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Programs and pr...

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...

Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, includ...

Opportunity for USA veteran business owners to participate in a business development program. The program is intended to assist veterans with successful reintegration into civilian life by providing them with coaching and tools in management, marketing, financial topic...

Grants of $2,000 to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support recovery after a natural disaster. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs who have faced business interruptions due to an unforeseen environmental event, such as a wildfire or hurricane. Eligible appli...

Opportunity for USA Black business owners to participate in a business accelerator. The purpose of the program is to help foster entrepreneurial growth for Black business owners and facilitate their success as sellers. Successful applicants have the opportunity to rece...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials. Appl...

Opportunity for USA and territories small business owners to participate in a free business development program. The 12-week program is intended to provide participants with practical skills, networking, mentorship, and the development of a customized business plan. To...

Opportunity for USA veterans with disabilities to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person reside...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International startups, businesses, and individuals for business development assistance. Support involves discussions, consultation, and resources about technology to support business operations. The funder specializes in finding inn...

Grants and in-kind support to USA start-up business ventures led by military veterans. The purpose of this program is to help veteran entrepreneurs successfully build their businesses. In addition to funding, businesses will receive support in strategic planning, opera...

Fellowships of up to $6,000 to USA and International community leaders and entrepreneurs from refugee, marginalized, and displaced communities for initiatives to benefit their communities. The fellowship is intended to provide participants with the tools necessary to t...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small businesses owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ses...

Loans of up to $50,000 to Connecticut small businesses and property owners in eligible regions for capital upgrades. Funding is intended to enhance the external appearance of local businesses in order to attract customers and increase the appeal of the neighborhood. El...

Opportunity for USA veterans and family members of veterans to participate in a business development program. The program is open to veterans and their immediate family members at any stage of their business development. Successful applicants will receive assistance in...

Grants to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Focus areas include the following: public health and emergency response, arts and cultural preservation, ecotourism and rural development, IT sta...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA veterans and active-duty military individuals to assist in opening a business. Funding is intended to give veterans the boost of capital and advice that can allow them to begin their journey as successful business owners. Program staff wi...

Grants of $1,000 to USA women entrepreneurs from BIPOC communities for business needs. Previous recipients have used their grants to purchase equipment, software, and computers, and for services like marketing and website creation. Businesses must be 51% owned by women...

Grants of $2,500 to USA women of color entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. Funding is intended to equip these businesses with the assets they need to compete in the modern marketplace. When it comes to financial backing, women of color business owners are...

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 funding ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International developers to optimize the use of the funding source's blockchain technology. Applications will be assessed based on factors including the applicant's business plan, track record, funding status, and alignment with the funding s...