Current Grant 2026 Opportunities March/April
Current Grant 2026 Opportunities March/April
Founders First CDC – Kitty Fund (Mompreneur Business Grant)
The Kitty Fund is a national microgrant program supporting mother‑owned, employer‑based small businesses in the United States. The program awards $1,000 cash grants to selected mompreneurs and includes free access to a Founders First CDC business accelerator program, providing training and support in areas such as leadership, marketing, sales, operations, and finance. Eligible applicants must identify as mothers, be the CEO or business owner, operate a U.S.-based business with 2–100 employees, have been in business for at least one year, and earn no more than $5 million in annual revenue. Apply Here. Application opens: March 10, 2026.
Skip Grants
The Pink Print Grant is a $2,500 cash micro‑grant opportunity supporting women entrepreneurs who are building and growing active businesses. The program awards a grant to one selected recipient and is designed to help founders strengthen operations, visibility, or growth initiatives. Eligible applicants must be women business owners with an active business based in the U.S. or Canada and be 18 years or older. Applications are submitted through the Skip platform and may include a short social media video component in the selection process. Apply Here. Deadline: March 11, 2026.
The Legacy Grant (Coach K Legacy Grant)
The Legacy Grant is a $1,000 cash award designed to support purpose‑driven entrepreneurs and small business owners focused on building long‑term impact and generational wealth. The program provides direct funding to help strengthen business foundations, expand operations, and support sustainable growth. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based entrepreneurs and business owners at any stage who demonstrate a clear commitment to community impact and execution readiness. Apply Here. Deadline: March 14, 2026.
Read Conmigo School Impact Grant (The Kemper Foundation)
The Read Conmigo School Impact Grant is a $10,000 education grant designed to support Title I elementary schools with established Spanish English dual‑language programs. The program strengthens bilingual literacy, academic achievement, and multicultural understanding for students in under‑resourced communities. Grant funds may be used for school‑wide or program‑wide dual‑language initiatives. Eligible applicants must be Title I public or charter elementary schools with at least one year of dual‑language program implementation and are in select counties in Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, or Texas. Applications must be submitted by the school’s principal, and schools may not have received this grant in the previous school year. Apply Here. Deadline: March 15, 2026.
Mona Small Business Impact Grant
This $5,000 grant will go toward a business that puts its communities first, whether by creating opportunities where none existed or by catering to underserved populations. Mona, a small business funding co-pilot that connects small businesses to capital, will select a winner based on the impact, purpose, and vision. Companies need to have 30 or fewer employees and have earned less than $5 million in revenue in 2025. The company also needs to have an active website or social media presence. Apply Here. Deadline: March 16, 2026.
Verizon Digital Ready – Amplify Your Brand
The Verizon Digital Ready Amplify Your Brand program awards five small business owners a professionally produced marketing content package valued at $17,000. To apply, businesses must register for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready (free) and complete three eligible resources in online marketing, branding, or website design. There is no cost to apply, and participation also unlocks access to future $10,000 grant opportunities, coaching, and courses through the Digital Ready platform. Register to Apply. Deadline: March 18, 2026.
Unlocking Opportunity: Ripple Digital Leap Forward Accelerator
The Unlocking Opportunity: Ripple Digital Leap Forward Accelerator is a virtual program designed to help small business owners strengthen their digital capabilities and grow in today’s increasingly digital economy. Created by Accion Opportunity Fund in partnership with Ripple, the accelerator supports entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and funding to adopt tools that improve operations such as digital payments, marketing, inventory management, and financial systems. The 8-week program includes expert-led sessions, a personalized digital assessment and growth roadmap, networking opportunities with other business owners, and capital-readiness support. Businesses selected for the program can also receive a $10,000 grant upon completion to help implement their digitization plans. Applications are open through March 18, 2026 (5:00 PM ET). APPLY HERE
TRANSFORM Business Grant
The TRANSFORM Business Grant provides a $1,000 micro, along with a customized, year‑long business strategy and development program for entrepreneurs from systemically marginalized groups. In addition to funding, selected grantees receive mentorship and pro bono support in areas such as branding, marketing, coaching, and skill development. The grant is open to U.S.-based individuals or teams creating social‑impact‑oriented businesses and demonstrating financial need. Apply Here. Deadline: March 20, 2026.
J.W. Couch Foundation – Mental Health Grants
The J.W. Couch Foundation funds nonprofits addressing mental health needs, including trauma, PTSD, and recovery services, which are often critical for survivors of domestic violence and homelessness. Funding amounts vary by project scope. Apply Here. Deadline: March 27, 2026.
The WeddingPro Small Business Grant
The WeddingPro Small Business Grant is designed to support entrepreneurs in the wedding industry who are working to grow and strengthen their businesses. Sponsored by The Knot Worldwide, the program provides financial assistance and business resources to wedding professionals such as planners, photographers, florists, caterers, DJs, and venue owners. Selected recipients can receive grants of up to $50,000, along with opportunities for advertising support on platforms like The Knot and WeddingWire and access to mentorship from industry experts. The goal of the program is to help small wedding businesses expand their reach, invest in growth, and continue creating meaningful experiences for couples on one of the most important days of their lives. Applications for the current grant cycle are due by March 27, 2026. APPLY HERE
Grow Your Reach Grant
The Grow Your Reach Grant awards a $1,000 cash grant to entrepreneurs and small business owners to support marketing and visibility efforts. The funding is designed to help businesses increase brand awareness, reach new audiences, and attract more customers, with grant funds required to be used specifically for marketing activities such as advertising, branding, content creation, or outreach. The opportunity is open to business owners with an existing business who are ready to scale their visibility. Apply Here. Deadline: March 30, 2026.
Amber Grant
The Amber Grant was created in 1998 to empower women-business owners, and every month WomensNet and the Amber Grant award three $10,000 grants to women-owned businesses. A $50,000 grant is given to one of the monthly award winners at the end of the year. If the business is 50% or more women-owned and operates in the United States and Canada, it is eligible to apply. Apply Here. Deadline: March 31, 2026.
Secretsos Small-Business Grant
The Secretsos Small-Business Grant program offers $2,500 on a rolling, quarterly basis to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and accelerate their growth. To apply, business owners must be age 21 or older and operate in eligible U.S. states (excludes Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, New York, and Rhode Island). Apply Here. Deadline: March 31, 2026.
Pilot Small Business Growth Fund
The Pilot Small Business Growth Fund is a national grant opportunity providing a total of $250,000 in funding to small businesses ready to grow and scale. Presented in partnership with Pilot and Hello Alice, the program will award one $50,000 grant, two $25,000 grants, and fifteen $10,000 grants, along with one year of free Pilot bookkeeping services for all recipients. Grant funds may be used to support business growth activities such as hiring staff, purchasing equipment, expanding operations, improving financial infrastructure, marketing, or opening new locations. Eligible applicants must be U.S.-based, for‑profit businesses that generated between $5,000 and $5 million in gross revenue in 2025. Applicants must be 18 or older (19 in AL and NE) and serve as a leading executive of the business. Apply Here. Deadline: March 31, 2026.
Shophand Small Business Boost Grant
The Shophand Small Business Boost Grant is a $5,000 support opportunity awarded three times per year to U.S.-based small business owners facing technology or operational challenges. Each selected business receives $2,500 in no‑strings‑attached cash and $2,500 in Shophand technical support and services, customized to address the business’s most pressing needs. Support may include AI tools and automation, marketing and creative assistance, operations and systems setup, software implementation, and hands‑on human support from a dedicated Shophand. The grant is designed for non‑tech‑savvy entrepreneurs who are juggling multiple roles and seeking practical, stress‑reducing solutions. Eligible applicants must be for‑profit U.S. businesses with fewer than 50 employees, generate under $5 million in annual revenue, and be actively operating. Preference is given to applicants who have used a “Your Shophand” service during the current application cycle. Apply Here. Deadline: April 1, 2026.
Feed the Soul Foundation – Restaurant Business Development Grant
Feed the Soul’s Restaurant Business Development Grant Program supports marginalized, U.S.‑based culinary businesses by providing a $10,000 cash grant plus six months of business development. This program is open to restaurants, food trucks, bakeries, bars/lounges, pop‑ups, and ghost kitchens that are at least 51% owned by individuals from marginalized communities and have been operating for at least 24 consecutive months. Apply Here. Deadline: April 15, 2026.
Enthuse Foundation Grant Program
The Enthuse Foundation Grant Program provides funding to support women entrepreneurs who are building and growing consumer packaged goods (CPG) businesses across the United States. Through this program, the Enthuse Foundation awards multiple grants that help founders cover critical business and personal expenses such as digital marketing, business insurance, technology tools, professional services, healthcare, and retirement savings. Individual grants typically range from $2,500 to $10,000, and recipients are selected based on financial need, the strength of their application, and a clear plan for how the funds will be used to support their business growth. The program is open to U.S.-based women entrepreneurs running an established product-based business as their full-time job, and applicants must demonstrate how the funding will positively impact their company. Applications for the 2026 grant cycle close on April 27, 2026. Apply HERE
The Wish Local Empowerment Program is a grant initiative created by the e-commerce platform Wish to support Black-owned small businesses across the United States. Through a $2 million fund, the program aims to help underserved entrepreneurs strengthen and sustain their businesses by providing financial support ranging from $500 to $2,000. Approximately 4,000 businesses are expected to receive funding, which can be used for a variety of business needs such as rent, payroll, inventory, or other operational expenses. Eligible applicants must operate a Black-owned brick-and-mortar business with 20 or fewer employees and annual revenue under $1 million, and selected recipients must join the free Wish Local partner program, which connects local stores to Wish’s global customer base. The program has a rolling application period, meaning businesses can apply while funding remains available. Apply HERE
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