61 Connecticut Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

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 ...

Grant of $5,000 to a USA small business for business expansion efforts. Funding is intended to support a business that seeks to adapt, improve, and grow their company. Grant funds may be used for a wide range of activities, including new equipment purchases, a product ...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA Native American youth and young adults partnering with nonprofit organizations, schools, or tribal organizations for projects that promote positive change in their communities. Funding is intended to recognize Native youth, ages 18-30, wh...

Opportunity for USA and Canada startups to participate in a business development program. Participants will receive investment funding, networking opportunities, deals and perks, mentoring, and coaching. Applications are welcome from sustainability- or mobility-related...

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...

Fellowships to USA sophomores at accredited institutions of higher education to participate in a paid summer internship program. Participants will receive mentorship, a paid internship, and a stipend to be used for education expenses. This program is intended to help p...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs to participate in a virtual business development program. Applicants will receive a financial stipend, access to a professional network, and necessary training. Applicants should work in the agricultural sector. Entrepreneurs will part...

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

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program to decarbonize low-to-moderate-income housing in New York. Applicants are required to register prior to submitting their applications. Participants will be guided in busine...

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...

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...

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 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, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program related to women's health. The purpose of the accelerator is to generate nutrition-based solutions that address women's physical and mental health. Areas of interest includ...

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...

Opportunity for USA higher education students to participate in an internship program during the summer. Undergraduate and graduate students interested in entrepreneurship or venture capital may apply for an internship. Selected student interns will work at an entrepre...

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 and Canada health-related startup companies to participate in a business development program in Alabama. The opportunity is intended to connect innovative health tech startups with the capital, mentoring, and connections they need to build and grow ...

Grant of $2,500 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...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and international PhDs to participate in a postdoctoral program focused on technology and entrepreneurship. Eligible applicants have received their PhDs within the last five years or are nearing the end of their PhD program. The package inc...

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...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program to advance their company. Participants will have access to weekly consultations, an investor boot camp, a virtual demo day, networking opportunities, and the use of the fun...

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 banking and fintech companies to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will receive an investment, mentorship, the opportunity to form industry connections, and additional perks, including an exclusive reception during...

Grants of up to $15,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for activities and programs that benefit women and girls in eligible communities. Funding is intended to address the basic needs of girls and women and to promote economic security. Eligible programs benefi...

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...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International tech startup companies in the insurance industry to participate in a business development program. Program participants receive cash investments, networking opportunities, coaching, and mentorship, as well as office space....

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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 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...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International agricultural startups to participate in a business development program. Participants will be involved in weekly instructional sessions and coaching meetings and will receive office space and deals from vendors. They will b...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International women-led and black-led startups to participate in an accelerator program in the United States. In addition to funding, participants will receive mentorship and vendor perks and will attend a reception at which they can pr...

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...

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...