Small Business Grants in North America & the Caribbean — June 2026
Your monthly roundup of verified, open funding opportunities
Summer is here and so is the money. June has over $2 million in funding across business grants, film fellowships, immersive media, women-led ventures, and creative opportunities, with listings for the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean.
A few things to note before you dive in: read every eligibility requirement carefully before applying, and set calendar reminders: several of these close with no extensions. Now let's get into it!
United States
City of Newark Creative Catalyst Fund— Varies | June 5 Deadline
Eligibility: Two tracks: (1) General Operating Support for Newark-based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations with annual operating budgets up to $3M. (2) Artist Fellowships for Newark-based individual artists or artist collectives working in any artistic discipline.
Description: The City of Newark's Creative Catalyst Fund invests directly in local artists and arts organizations. A selection committee composed of community representatives, city staff, and arts experts evaluates all submissions. If you're Newark-based, this one is worth prioritizing.
Link:Apply here
Jobber Grants— Up to $100,000 | June 11 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S. and Canada-based (excluding Quebec) blue-collar and home service businesses — landscaping, cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, tree care, and similar trades. Must be 18+. Any stage welcome.
Description: Now in its sixth year, Jobber is awarding $250,000 across nine businesses in 2026, including a $100,000 grand prize. Daymond John is joining as a partner judge this year. All recipients receive an all-expenses-paid business retreat. Funds are flexible — equipment, hiring, marketing, expansion. Recipients notified by July 31.
Link:Apply here
Black Film Space x cliveRd Proof of Concept Short Film Grant— $8,000 + Jamaica Shoot Location | June 12 Deadline (EXTENDED)
Eligibility: Filmmakers creating a short film (under 20 min) designed as a teaser for a feature, with a meaningful element of nature incorporated. Application fee: $35 for non-members. Free for Black Film Space members.
Description: One grant of $8,000 awarded, plus the option to shoot at a private estate in Ocho Rios, Jamaica — lodging for up to 10 people covered for one week. Strong opportunity for filmmakers building toward a feature.
Link:Apply here
Climate Futures + Immersive Media Open Call (Agog)— $25,000–$200,000 | June 12 Deadline
Eligibility: Creators working with XR, AR, VR, spatial sound, or immersive storytelling with a focus on climate awareness, community resilience, climate justice, or future-building.
Description: Up to $1M in total grants available for projects using immersive media to drive climate action. Individual grants range from $25,000 to $200,000. One of the larger creative/tech funding opportunities this year for artists and technologists working at the intersection of storytelling and impact.
Link:Apply here
Louisiana Project Grants (Arts New Orleans)— $2,500–$7,500 | June 12 Deadline
Eligibility: Louisiana-based 501(c)(3) organizations, local/parish/state governmental agencies, public/private schools, and colleges/universities. Disciplines include Culinary, Dance, Design, Folklife, Literature, Media, Music, Theater, and Visual Arts.
Description: Arts New Orleans' Louisiana Project Grants support arts projects that benefit communities throughout the state. Grant period runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
Link: Apply here
The Founders' Pool $5,000 Small Business Month Grant— $5,000 | June 15 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S.-based for-profit businesses in operation for 2+ years, fewer than 50 employees, annual revenue under $10M. Must start a free trial and link at least one business credit or checking account on The Founders' Pool platform.
Description: No formal application required. In honor of National Small Business Month, one founder wins $5,000. Create an account, start a free trial, and link a business account to qualify. Winner notified via email in late June/early July.
Link:Apply here
EmpowHer Grant— Up to $50,000 | June 15 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S.-based female founders (22+) running for-profit businesses under five years old that address issues like poverty and hunger, sustainability, or community strength. Must be earning revenue. Free to apply.
Description: The Boundless Futures Foundation supports women building sustainable, mission-driven businesses. Awards up to $50,000, paid as reimbursement for business expenses. Third-party background check required. One of the most substantial women-focused grants available this cycle.
Link:Apply here
Sundance Institute Documentary Fund— Up to $100,000 | June 15 Deadline (6:30PM EDT)
Eligibility: Independent filmmakers worldwide working on feature-length documentaries (52+ minutes), from development through post-production. No fiscal sponsor required. First-time filmmakers eligible. Budget preference under $1.2M.
Description: One of the most respected documentary funding programs in the world. Development grants up to $40,000; production/post-production grants up to $100,000. All grants are nonrecoupable. Filmmakers notified early 2027.
Link:Apply here
Cartier Women's Initiative— $30,000–$100,000 | June 16 Deadline
Eligibility: Women-run and women-owned businesses from any country and any sector with strong and sustainable social and/or environmental impact. This cycle is for the 2027 Regional Awards.
Description: Founded in 2006, the Cartier Women's Initiative is one of the most prestigious international entrepreneurship programs for women impact entrepreneurs. Fellows receive funding, mentorship, and global visibility. Regional finalists receive $30,000; laureates receive $100,000.
Link: Apply here
Entreprenista Evolve Grant x Gimme Beauty— $5,000 | June 16 Deadline
Eligibility: Women founders who are revenue-generating ($100K+ annually), in business for 1+ year, and ready to scale.
Description: A seasonal grant for women entrepreneurs with proven momentum. Focused on founders who need real resources to take the next step. $5,000 unrestricted funding.
Link:Apply here
Big Dreams Grant (Simply Business)— $5,000 x 5 Winners | June 18 Deadline
Eligibility: Small business owners headquartered in the United States that have generated a minimum of $25,000 in gross revenue over the last 12 months.
Description: Simply Business is awarding $5,000 each to five small business owners. The judges are looking for small business owners that are ready to take their business to the next level.
Link:Apply here
Allstate x Hello Alice Main Street Grants— $20,000 | June 23 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S.-based for-profit business owner (Founder, CEO, or President), 18+, with at least $25,000 in 2025 revenue. Must not have participated in a Hello Alice Boost Camp in the past 12 months. Must be willing to participate in a virtual Boost Camp starting July 2026.
Description: In partnership with Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Allstate is investing $2 million in small businesses across America. Up to 250 entrepreneurs are selected for a 12-week virtual Boost Camp accelerator; 100 of those receive a $20,000 grant. Boost Camp features expert-led sessions, strategic planning resources, and peer community. Funds are unrestricted.
Link:Apply here
NEH Media Projects— Up to $700,000 | June 25 Deadline
Eligibility: Organizations producing documentary films, series, podcasts, or radio programs that engage audiences with humanities scholarship. Development grants up to $75,000; production grants up to $700,000.
Description: The National Endowment for the Humanities funds media projects in the development or production stage that connect audiences to compelling humanities content. Notifications in December 2026; project start between March–September 2027.
Link:Apply here
We Are Moving The Needle Early-Career MicroGrant— $500–$1,000 | June 28 Deadline
Eligibility: Rising seniors and creators with 0–5 years of experience in music production, engineering, or songwriting. U.S.-based.
Description: A flexible fund to help early-career creators make smooth transitions into the workforce. Grants range from $500 to $1,000 and are designed to bridge the gap between school and a sustainable career.
Link:Apply here
We Are Moving The Needle Mid-Career MicroGrant— $2,500 | June 28 Deadline
Eligibility: Music producers, engineers, songwriters, or similar creators with 5+ years of experience. U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Must demonstrate a clear career goal and show how funding enables the next step.
Description: Supported by the Sweetwater Sound MicroGrant Fund, these grants help established creators invest in the next stage of their careers — new projects, equipment, professional development, or market expansion. Funds are intended for professional skill development and career-advancing needs, not artist development.
Link:Apply here
Just Tech Fellowship— Up to $60,000 | June 28 Deadline
Eligibility: Artists, researchers, and practitioners working at the intersection of technology and society. Citizens of any country may apply; must reside in the U.S. during the fellowship year. Full-time students not eligible.
Description: An unrestricted award of up to $60,000 for fellows working on questions of tech and society. Includes mentoring, monthly virtual gatherings, one in-person workshop, and access to the Just Tech network.
Link:Apply here
FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab (AOF)— $5,000 | June 30 Deadline
Eligibility: Small business owners looking to develop or expand their e-commerce operations.
Description: A partnership between FedEx and AOF designed to help small business owners build or optimize their online sales presence. The multi-faceted program combines learning with a $5,000 grant opportunity.
Link:Apply here
One NC Small Business Program (Technology Grants)— Varies | June 30 Deadline (or until funds exhausted)
Eligibility: North Carolina small businesses working on innovative, high-tech solutions.
Description: Incentive and Matching grants from the NC Department of Commerce. Funds are available until the FY2026 budget runs out — apply early.
Link:Apply here
Breva Thrive Grant— $5,000 | Rolling Quarterly
Eligibility: U.S.-based for-profit small businesses that are legally registered, generating revenue, and making a measurable positive impact in their community. Minimum 12 months in operation preferred.
Description: Quarterly $5,000 grants for early-stage and growing businesses making a difference in underserved communities — through job creation, product innovation, or improved accessibility. Apply early; this one fills up.
Link:Apply here
Secretsos Underserved Business Grant— $2,500 | June 30 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S. entrepreneurs aged 21+ with a legally registered business. Must be traditionally underserved — denied a bank loan, or woman-, veteran-, or minority-owned, or located in a low-income area. Note: $15 application fee.
Description: Quarterly $2,500 grants for underserved business owners. Simple application process. A solid option for businesses that may not qualify for larger grant programmes.
Link:Apply here
Verizon Digital Ready / LISC Grant— $10,000 | Rolling Monthly (June–December 2026)
Eligibility: U.S.-based for-profit small business owners 18+, including Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands. Must complete any two eligible courses or events on Verizon Digital Ready in 2026 to unlock the application.
Description: Apply once and remain eligible for monthly $10K grant awards through December 2026. Ten small businesses are selected each month, administered in partnership with LISC. All applicants receive a final decision by January 12, 2027.
Link:Apply here
Kickstarter x Google Next Wave Fund— $10,000 Pledge + Google Training | Rolling (Up to 1 Year)
Eligibility: Entrepreneurs or small businesses with fewer than 20 full-time employees. Project must focus on technology or digital gaming. At least one team member must be a U.S. citizen, resident, or O-1 visa holder. Primary contact must be 18+.
Description: Selected founders receive a $10,000 pledge toward their Kickstarter campaign when it goes live, hands-on guidance from Kickstarter's Design & Technology team, no-cost access to Google AI training and Grow with Google workshops, and promotion on Kickstarter's newsletter and social channels. Recipients must launch their Kickstarter project within six months of selection.
Link:Apply here
Wish Local Black Business Empowerment Fund— $500–$2,000 | Rolling Deadline
Eligibility: Black-owned Wish Local partner stores in the U.S.
Description: Wish is dedicating a $2,000,000 fund to provide financial support to Black-owned small business partners. Individual awards range from $500 to $2,000 to promote equality and diversity in American business.
Link:Apply here
FedEx Entrepreneur Fund— $10,000 | November 21, 2026 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S.-based small business owners who are military-connected or living with a disability.
Description: Administered by Hello Alice in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network, this fund awards $10,000 grants to entrepreneurs who face additional barriers to capital. Mark this one on your calendar now — the November deadline comes up fast.
Link:Apply here
Canada
Zensurance Small Business Grant— Up to $10,000 | June 3 Deadline
Eligibility: Canadian small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups (excluding Quebec, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut). Open to any stage.
Description: Two winners receive $10,000 each; eight finalists receive $1,000. Complete a free insurance quote and follow one social media channel to qualify. Deadline is imminent — apply immediately.
Link:Apply here
Jobber Grants— Up to $100,000 | June 11 Deadline
Eligibility: U.S. and Canada-based (excluding Quebec) blue-collar and home service businesses — landscaping, cleaning, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, tree care, and similar trades. Must be 18+. Any stage welcome.
Description: Also open to Canadian applicants. Jobber is awarding $250,000 across nine businesses in 2026, including a $100,000 grand prize. All recipients receive an all-expenses-paid business retreat.
Link:Apply here
CanExport SME— Up to ~$99,999 | Rolling Intake
Eligibility: Canadian SMEs with at least 3 FTEs and $300,000 in annual revenue. Must be pursuing export development in markets where they currently earn under 10% of total revenue. 2026 budget prioritises non-U.S. markets.
Description: The Government of Canada reimburses eligible export development costs — travel, market research, trade shows. Rolling intake; apply as soon as your project is ready as budgets can be exhausted.
Link:Apply here
NRC — Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)— Up to $10M | Rolling Intake
Eligibility: Canadian small and medium-sized businesses working on innovative R&D projects.
Description: Covers up to 80% of labour costs and 50% of subcontractor costs. Smaller projects receive modest support; highly innovative projects can access up to $10 million. Rolling applications accepted throughout 2026.
Link:Apply here
Ontario Creates — Digital Media & Creative Industries— Up to $500,000 | Multiple Cycles Per Year
Eligibility: Ontario-based small businesses in digital media, film, and publishing.
Description: Supports content production, business growth, and project development with grants up to $500,000. Multiple intake cycles run throughout the year. If you're a creative business in Ontario, this is one to bookmark.
Link:Apply here
The Caribbean
CDB CIIF — Caribbean Women in Music (WOMEX 2026)— USD $75,000 pool | June 7 Deadline
Eligibility: Women music business managers, publishers, songwriters, music technology developers, or producers with a formally registered business in any of the Caribbean Development Bank's 19 borrowing member countries. Must be a SheTrades Caribbean Hub member with at least 5 years of experience in the music business. Not open to recording or performing artists.
Description: A fully funded delegation to the World Music Expo (WOMEX) in Gran Canaria, Spain (October 21–25, 2026). Covers airfare, accommodation, all-access passes, a digital business catalogue feature, onsite networking, post-WOMEX business lead reviews, and three months of market-entry preparation support. One of the most exciting Caribbean opportunities this year.
Link:Apply here
OECS MSME Matching Grant — Blue Economy— Varies | Rolling Calls
Eligibility: Micro, small, and medium enterprises operating in blue-economy value chains — fisheries, tourism, and coastal communities — across OECS member states. Women-owned businesses prioritised.
Description: World Bank-funded matching grants designed to increase productivity, create jobs, and strengthen climate-resilient practices across the Eastern Caribbean. Check the OECS portal for the current open call window.
Link:Apply here
Trinidad & Tobago — Ministry of Agriculture Agro-Processor Grants— Varies | Open Through Year-End 2026
Eligibility: Small farmers and agro-processors based in Trinidad & Tobago.
Description: Targeted grants covering seedlings, equipment, irrigation, and food security initiatives. Open through the end of 2026.
Link:Details here
CIIF — National Cultural Registries Digital Solution Grant— Up to USD $150,000 | Opening 2026
Eligibility: Formally registered businesses or organisations across the Caribbean Development Bank's 19 borrowing member countries looking to develop or enhance national cultural registries and databases.
Description: A forthcoming grant of up to USD $150,000. Exact dates not yet announced — monitor the CDB portal closely so you're ready when applications open.
Link:Monitor here
A Few Final Tips Before You Apply
Grant funding is not a lottery, it rewards preparation. Before you hit submit on any of the above, make sure your business documentation is in order: a current business plan, up-to-date financial statements, proof of registration, and a clear narrative explaining how you'll use the funds and what impact they'll have. Most applications are evaluated on that last point above all others. Lastly, mark the rolling grants in your calendar now, not later. CanExport, IRAP, and the Verizon/LISC programme are all first-come, first-funded in practice. Waiting until the "right moment" usually means waiting until the budget is gone. We update this listing every month. Check back in July for new openings, and share this post with any business owner who could use the boost.
All listings verified as of May 31, 2026. Always confirm deadlines and eligibility directly with the funder before applying.
Remember: These deadlines are approaching fast. Review the opportunities that align with your business, gather your materials, and get those applications submitted. Your next growth phase could be just one grant away.
For additional information on rolling grants and more opportunities, visit www.caribbiznetwork.com/grants
Note: This post was created with the assistance of genAI with human editing and additions.
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