The BBEC publicizes grants that we believe will be of benefit to Black entrepreneurs and Black businesses. Grants marked with the BBEC logo have been reviewed by our organization.
The ART14 Residency offers artists a unique opportunity to develop new work through immersive studio time, professional guidance, and creative community support. This flexible, rolling program supports experimentation, collaboration, and artistic growth.
Ideal for visual artists looking for structured time, mentorship, and space to expand their practice.
Deadline to apply: Rolling
Visit ART14 to apply and learn more details.
The Warrior Rising Grant provides funding, training, and mentorship to military veterans and their families who are building and growing their own businesses. This rolling opportunity focuses on entrepreneurship, leadership development, and long-term sustainability.
Ideal for veteran entrepreneurs seeking startup support, business education, and access to a strong support network.
Deadline to apply: Rolling
Visit WarriorRising to apply and learn more details.
The Fall Innovate Artists Grant provides direct funding to visual artists and photographers worldwide. Each quarter, Innovate Grant awards two artists unrestricted grants to support new work and creative exploration.
This opportunity values artistic vision, originality, and experimentation over formal qualifications.
Deadline to apply: Rolling (4th Quarter: Oct–Dec 2025)
Visit Innovative to apply and learn more details.
The Emergency Relief Grants from CERF+ offer financial support to artists facing career-threatening emergencies such as illness, natural disasters, or accidents. Funding helps artists recover, rebuild, and continue their creative work during challenging times.
Applications are accepted year-round for immediate support.
Deadline to apply: Rolling
Visit CERF+ to apply and learn more details.
The Air Sensor Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) provides funding for community groups, schools, and local organizations to install and use air quality sensors. These grants support environmental education, local data collection, and public awareness about air pollution.
Funding is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds are allocated.
Deadline to apply: Ongoing (first-come, first-served)
Visit MassDEP to apply and learn more details.
The Well Work – Just Thrive Interest program, offered by Justworks, provides rolling funding opportunities and support for small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations. This initiative focuses on improving workplace well-being, equity, and organizational health.
Ideal for teams seeking practical tools, funding, or partnerships to create more inclusive and sustainable workplaces.
Deadline to apply: Rolling
Visit JustWorks to apply and learn more details.
The Wish Local Empowerment Program supports minority and Black-owned brick-and-mortar businesses across the U.S. by providing funding and visibility to help them grow. This initiative promotes entrepreneurship and local economic development.
Eligible stores can use funds to expand inventory, marketing, or community engagement.
Deadline to apply: Rolling
Visit Wish Local to apply and learn more details.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Equity Fund supports organizations and leaders advancing equity, inclusion, and racial justice in Berkshire, Columbia, Dutchess, and Litchfield counties. Grants fund community projects that foster systemic change and opportunity.
This fund invests in initiatives that strengthen belonging and build pathways toward equitable futures.
Deadline to apply: June 15, 2026
Visit Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation to apply and learn more details.
The Big Idea Grant by YippityDoo provides monthly microgrants to small business owners with bold, creative ideas ready to grow. Open to U.S.-based entrepreneurs, this grant supports innovation, marketing, and project development.
Each month, selected winners receive funding to move their next “big idea” forward.
Deadline to apply: Rolling at the end of each month
Visit YippityDoo to apply and learn more details.
The GreenEdge Accelerator, powered by the Boston Impact Initiative, supports minority and women-owned businesses in Massachusetts developing clean energy solutions. This program combines funding, mentorship, and networking to help entrepreneurs scale climate-conscious innovations.
It aims to accelerate equitable economic growth by empowering diverse founders driving sustainability.
Deadline to apply: Rolling
Visit GreenEdge MA to apply and learn more details.
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