Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about small business grants, curated daily by BrightWire.
Grants between £2,000 and £10,000 helped rural businesses in Shropshire hire new workers, launch products, and plan expansions. The success stories show how targeted small investments can transform local economies.
The Small Business Administration just launched a $6 million grant competition to expand support for women business owners in Texas, Florida, and four other states. Applications are due August 10, with funding targeting states where women entrepreneurs are growing fastest but resources haven't kept pace.
New Jersey just made it easier for legal cannabis businesses to grow, with $5 million in grants still available to help small companies cover compliance costs. Licensed operators can get up to $75,000 to reimburse expenses tied to meeting state regulations.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation just selected 3,200 young African entrepreneurs to receive $5,000 grants and business training starting March 22. Over 265,000 hopefuls from all 54 African countries applied for the life-changing opportunity.
A small Indiana county just proved that investing in local businesses creates real community change. Orange County's economic development program handed out $50,000 in grants to eight entrepreneurs who are building something special.
