Grants for Small Businesses
The latest funding for small businesses!
We are back with another highly requested playlist (our special way of grouping grants) tailored for small businesses. There are currently (9) grants listed.
Note: These grants have already been shared with our paid subscribers in our monthly newsletter (deadlines for February and March 2025) and other playlists.
We will update this page regularly and hope it makes finding funding easier.
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1. [NEW] Amex Shop Small Grants Program - For Small Businesses
To help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities, American Express is teaming up with Main Street America this Small Business Saturday® to launch the Amex Shop Small Grants Program. The Program will provide $20,000 grants to 250 eligible small business owners across the U.S. Applicants must have a physical location.
Deadline: January 15, 2026
2. [NEW] The Breakthrough Grant: Vol II - For Women Entrepreneurs
Her Agenda is awarding $5,000 to one ambitious woman entrepreneur ready to break through barriers and take her business to the next level. Applicants must have an active business in operation for at least one year.
*Note: To be eligible to apply, you must be actively subscribed to the Her Agenda newsletter.
Entry Fee: $25
Deadline: January 18, 2026
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