Grant programs
Three grants for three stages of business.
Ask for anything from $5,000 to $300,000. You never pay it back.
For new and very small businesses
Spark Grant
$5K–$25K
Money to get set up, buy your first equipment or win your first customers.
Apply for the Spark Grant- Who it’s for
- Under 2 years in business, or earning under $50,000 a year
- You can apply before your first sale
- Any industry that meets our rules
- What it pays for
- Equipment and tools
- Licenses, permits and insurance
- Marketing to win your first customers
- A first hire or contractor
- What you’ll need
- The online application
- A simple budget for the amount you ask for
- A business plan or pitch deck, if you have one
- How it’s paid
Paid in one go once you sign your grant agreement.
For established businesses ready to grow
Growth Grant
$25K–$100K
For businesses with steady sales and a clear next step, like a new hire, more stock, better equipment or a new way to sell.
Apply for the Growth Grant- Who it’s for
- 2 years or more in business
- $50,000 or more in yearly revenue
- What it pays for
- Hiring and training
- Stock and equipment
- Software and systems
- Marketing and new ways to sell
- What you’ll need
- The online application
- A simple budget for the amount you ask for
- A business plan or pitch deck, if you have one
- How it’s paid
Paid in up to two parts, tied to the milestones in your plan.
For proven businesses ready to expand
Expansion Grant
$100K–$300K
Our biggest grant. For established businesses opening a new location, buying major equipment or moving into a new market, and creating jobs as they grow.
Apply for the Expansion Grant- Who it’s for
- 3 years or more in business
- $250,000 or more in yearly revenue
- At least 2 people working in the business
- What it pays for
- A new location or build-out
- Major equipment
- Moving into a new market
- New jobs
- What you’ll need
- The online application
- A simple budget for the amount you ask for
- A business plan or pitch deck (PDF). This one is required.
- How it’s paid
Paid in three parts over 12 months, each one when you reach a milestone.
Side by side
Compare the grants
| Detail | Spark Grant | Growth Grant | Expansion Grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amount | $5,000 to $25,000 | $25,000 to $100,000 | $100,000 to $300,000 |
| Who can apply | Less than 2 years in business, or under $50,000 in annual revenue | 2+ years in business and $50,000+ in annual revenue | 3+ years in business, $250,000+ in annual revenue and at least 2 people on the team |
| Business plan | Optional | Optional | Required |
| How it’s paid | Paid in one go once you sign your grant agreement. | Paid in up to two parts, tied to the milestones in your plan. | Paid in three parts over 12 months, each one when you reach a milestone. |
| Cost to apply | Free | Free | Free |
Not sure which one fits? The application tells you which grants you qualify for.
Applications close January 15, 2027