May 2026 Grants

Looking for grants for your business? We're sharing grants you can apply for now to give your business a boost:

Halstead Grant - Apply here💵

If you’re an emerging jewelry brand founder, this is one of the most established industry-specific grants out there. Complete this 15-question application for a strong mix of funding and industry credibility.

• Grant Amount: $7,500‍
• Due Date: 5/1/26

Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program - Apply here💵

Real heroes don’t always wear capes. If you’re showing up with courage, perseverance, and integrity to make a local community impact, this 5-figure reward is for you.

• Grant Amount: $20,000‍
• Due Date: 5/15/26

Dream Makers Founders Grant - Apply here💵

Elevate your innovation. 5 underrepresented founders will have the opportunity to receive $25K in funding to scale their business success.

• Grant Amount: $25,000‍
• Due Date: 5/30/26

WomensNet Startup Grant - Apply here💵

Still early in your founder journey? This 5-figure funding can bring your big idea to life.

• Grant Amount: $10,000‍
• Due Date: 5/31/26

Amber Grant for Women - Apply here💵

Real support for the woman founder who is building with heart. Keep moving without overthinking every next step with 1 application that gives you a shot at 5-figure monthly and larger annual grants.

• Grant Amount: $10,000‍
• Due Date: 5/31/26

Hustler’s MicroGrant - Apply here💵

You’re doing the work and just need an extra boost of capital to support what’s next. U.S.-business owners, this is yours for the taking!

• Grant Amount: $1,000‍
• Due Date: 5/31/26

HerRise MicroGrant - Apply here💵

If you’re building with intention and resourcefulness, this grant meets you there. It’s designed to support women of color founders with capital you can actually use right now.

• Grant Amount: $1,000‍
• Due Date: 5/31/26

YippityDoo Big Idea Grant - Apply here💵

Ambition rewarded. Access the funding, hands-on mentorship, and support you need to launch or grow your business.

• Grant Amount: $1,000‍
• Due Date: 5/31/26

Freed Fellowship Grant  - Apply here💵

Funding without the fine print. Unlock no-strings-attached funding, along with podcast visibility, community support, and strategy coaching.

• Grant Amount: $500‍
• Due Date: 5/31/26

Entreprenista Evolve Grant with GIMME Beauty - Apply here💵

​​Ready for funding that matches your momentum? Our seasonal grant is for revenue-generating women founders ($100K+ annually, in business 1+ year) who are ready to scale with real resources behind them.

• Grant Amount: $5,000 ‍
• Due Date: 6/19/26

Women Founders Grant - Apply here💵

The buck starts here. A two question app with no-strings-attached funding and mentorship.

• Grant Amount: $5,000‍
• Due Date: Rolling

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant - Apply here💵

Since 2021, Verizon has awarded $15 million in grants to small business owners nationwide - and they're back. Complete just two free courses or events to unlock your application, then stay in the running all year long.

• Grant Amount: $10,000‍
• Due Date: Apply once and remain eligible for the opportunity to be selected for a $10k grant all year long.