Small business grants provide crucial funding that doesn’t need to be repaid, but securing these opportunities can be highly competitive. To help you navigate the current landscape, we’ve curated five small business grants currently accepting applications. Each offers unique benefits and eligibility criteria, ensuring there’s an opportunity for every type of business.
Let’s explore these funding opportunities that could give your business the boost it needs to thrive and grow.
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1. DoorDash Local Business Disaster Relief Fund
The DoorDash Local Business Disaster Relief Fund supports local businesses that power communities across the U.S. This initiative has already awarded nearly $10 million to help hundreds of small business owners rebuild and recover from disasters.
Award and Benefits
- Grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 based on business needs
- Funding can be used for rent, utilities, maintenance, supplies, payroll, and other essential expenses
- Support for stabilizing operations and fueling recovery efforts
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a restaurant, flower shop, liquor store, convenience store, pet store, or local grocery store
- Brick-and-mortar location that experienced revenue loss from a natural disaster, severe weather, or infrastructure failure within the last 12 months (declared by state, tribal, or federal government)
- Own maximum of three locations with fewer than 50 employees per location
- Open for at least six months
- See Official Rules for additional requirements
Deadline
Sept. 29, 2025
2. Faire Small Business Grant
The Faire Small Business Grant program gives select new stores $5,000 in credit to stock their shelves with amazing products. It’s designed to help kickstart dream shops with high-quality inventory from wholesale brands.
Award and Benefits
- $5,000 in Faire credit to purchase wholesale inventory
- Access to hundreds of thousands of wholesale products on the Faire platform
- Support for new retail stores to build their initial inventory
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an independent retail store owners based in the U.S. or Canada
- Business started in 2024 or planning to open soon
- Must set up an account as a retailer on Faire
- Submit a short video (under three minutes) about store vision, community involvement, and how the grant would help
- See Official Rules for additional requirements
Deadline
Sept. 30, 2025
3. She’s Connected by AT&T Small Business Contest
The AT&T Small Business Contest empowers small business owners to grow their companies and share their stories alongside an inspiring community of entrepreneurs and athletes.
Award and Benefits
- One grand prize winner will receive $50,000, one full year of AT&T service with a brand-new device, and promotion opportunities
- Four runners-up will receive $5,000
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Entrant must be the sole or majority owner of a small business physically located in the eligibility area
- Business must have 50 or fewer full- or part-time employees
- Employees, officers, and directors of AT&T and their immediate family/household members are not eligible
- See Official Rules for additional requirements
Deadline
Sept. 30, 2025
4. Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program
The Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program is a nationwide contest designed to recognize small businesses that have shown courage, perseverance, and integrity while making a positive impact in their communities.
Award and Benefits
- $20,000 grant to help run and grow the business
- 12 months of free QuickBooks Online Advanced (valued at $2,208)
- 12 months of free Mailchimp Standard Marketing Plan for up to 100,000 contacts (valued at $9,600)
- Promotion opportunities, including an Instagram post on both @quickbooks and @mailchimp and a feature on the QuickBooks Blog
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Business must have been established for at least one year at the time of nomination
- Fewer than 100 employees (including owners)
- Self-nominations are not accepted — a third party must nominate the business (nominator and business owner cannot be family members)
- See Official Rules for additional requirements
Deadline
Nov. 14, 2025
5. ZenBusiness $5K Grant Program
ZenBusiness awards over 40 grants annually to support small business customers. This quarterly program provides both financial support and access to valuable business resources to help entrepreneurs grow their ventures.
Award and Benefits
- $5,000 grant for business growth
- Access to Money Pro for 30 days
- “Ask Me Anything” office hours with ZenBusiness team
- Additional eligible products and services available at time of distribution
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a current ZenBusiness customer who used their formation services within the last six months
- Must offer products or services that benefit the community
- Can only apply once per quarter, one entry per customer
- See Official Rules for additional requirements
Deadline
Dec. 31, 2025
Start Growing with Small Business Grants
With careful preparation and a strong application, you could secure the funding needed to transform your business. Each of these grants offers unique advantages, so consider applying to multiple programs if you meet the eligibility criteria.
For additional help with your application process, reach out to your local Small Business Development Center. SBDC experts can provide guidance on grant writing, business planning, and application strategies.
Good luck with your applications!
This article was originally published May 2025. It was last updated August 2025.
