62 International Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants

62 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants for International

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Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline: 06/22/26

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240
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Accelerator Program and in-Kind Support for Ontario Entrepreneurs to Pursue a Product

Deadline: 06/22/26

Accelerator Program opportunity and in-kind support for Ontario entrepreneurs to pursue an innovative service or product. The program includes guidance and mentorship for management of the company's business plans and daily operations. Participants will engage in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221347
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Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico Entrepreneurs to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 06/23/26

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico entrepreneurs to participate in a business development program. A select group of program participants will receive a grant of $20,000. The program is intended to help businesses improve operations, develop plans for growth, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 221950
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Grants to USA and Puerto Rico eBay Sellers to Support Business Operations and Growth

Deadline: 06/25/26

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind services to USA and Puerto Rico eBay sellers for business development. Funding is intended to support operations and expansion for small, highly-rated eBay businesses. In addition to a cash grant, selected grantees will receive coachi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203155
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Pitch Competition for USA, Canada, and International Female-Founded Startups

Deadline: 06/25/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International female-founded startups to participate in a pitch competition. Participants will receive mentoring, networking opportunities, educational sessions, access to global investors, and additional programming to help them a...

GrantWatch ID#: 221429
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Grants to Israel Startups for Technology Related to the Critical Minerals Value Chain

Deadline: 06/25/26

Grants to Israel startups for technological advancements related to the critical minerals value chain. The purpose of funding is to advance the Israeli tech sector. Funding areas of interest include mining, recycling, processing, production, and decreasing relianc...

GrantWatch ID#: 228417

Grant to a USA or Canada Business to Effect Change in Their Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada business to effect change in their community. Funding is intended for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and social enterprises to improve the quality of life in their communities by emphasizing diversity and equity for all members...

GrantWatch ID#: 223213

Grants to Quebec Entrepreneurs for Business Creation and Expansion

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Quebec entrepreneurs for business creation and expansion in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen the local economy. Eligible expenses include costs associated with marketing, inventory, and equipment. Applicants must be r...

GrantWatch ID#: 228591

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Developers to Create Digital Financial Services...

Deadline: 06/30/26 Conference Date: 06/24/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International early-stage developers, fintech founders, and social entrepreneurs to develop digital financial services for underserved communities, using the funding source's technology. Applicants are required to submit an eligibi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229862

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA and Canada Entrepreneurs to Expand Their Business

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to USA and Canada entrepreneurs to expand their business. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz before applying. Eligible applicants live with developmental or intellectual disabilities and are aged 16 or older. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 229983
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Grants and In-Kind Support to Nova Scotia Startups to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants and in-kind support to Nova Scotia startup companies for activities that assist in achieving investment readiness. Funding is intended to promote the growth of emerging businesses in the following sectors: clean technology, agriculture technology, health te...

GrantWatch ID#: 192115

Grants to Israel Start-Up Tech Companies and Entrepreneurs for Growth Support

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants to Israel start-up tech companies and entrepreneurs for growth support. Applicants must submit a proposal before being invited to apply. Funding is intended to support small to medium-sized companies that develop technology and are ready to demonstrate it i...

GrantWatch ID#: 217206

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in a Contest Related to...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a contest related to the oceanic environment. Awards will be given to entries that demonstrate solutions and initiatives to protect marine life. Entries will be evaluated based on innovation...

GrantWatch ID#: 214464

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec Nonprofits, Agencies, Municipalities, and ...

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit organizations, public agencies, municipalities, and schools for initiatives that support communal and individual needs in eligible regions. Applicants are requested to reach out to sta...

GrantWatch ID#: 225109

Grants and In-Kind Support to Saskatchewan Emerging Business Owners for Business Development

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of $5,000 and in-kind support to Saskatchewan emerging business owners for business development assistance. Funding is available to entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 who own a business less than 10 years old. In addition to funding, business owners will receive m...

GrantWatch ID#: 229733
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Opportunity for Canada Qualifying Entities to Participate in an Ocean Industry Competition

Deadline: 07/26/26

Opportunity for Canada qualifying entrepreneurs and companies to participate in a competition to address issues related to the ocean industry. Winning competitors will receive up to $25,000 in funding, as well as in-kind support. The goal of the competition is to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222203

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 07/26/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups in the energy field to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will receive a variety of benefits, including coaching, mentoring, pitching, perks and deals, and support after comp...

GrantWatch ID#: 223236

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico Individuals to Participate in a Business Development Progr...

Deadline: 08/06/26

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico individuals for business training, mentorship, and professional networking initiatives. The program is intended to help entrepreneurs launch or expand a business or a nonprofit organization. Participants will receive support and...

GrantWatch ID#: 189488

Awards to USA and Canada BIPOC Women for Entrepreneurship and Community Impact

Deadline: 08/11/26

Awards to USA and Canada entrepreneurs and business owners who are women of color. The purpose of the award program is to recognize outstanding accomplishments in the professional sector and contributions to community service. Applicants must identify as women of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222202

Grants to Ontario Charities, Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Institutions to Promote Financial...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities, nonprofit organizations, community organizations, municipalities, and public institutions for initiatives and projects that promote financial literacy and security in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support individu...

GrantWatch ID#: 218984

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Competition t...

Deadline: 08/16/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to participate in a competition for projects to strengthen and promote growth in Israel. Funding is intended for initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to agriculture, heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 222076

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 08/19/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grant to a USA Woman Entrepreneur to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 08/30/26

Grant of $10,000 to a USA and territories woman entrepreneur to promote business development. Funding is intended to be used for operations, marketing, hiring, technology, hiring, inventory, and other costs that support growth. The purpose of this grant is to prov...

GrantWatch ID#: 221818

Opportunity for International Entrepreneurs for Social and Environmental Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutions to...

GrantWatch ID#: 215166

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Travel Nonprofits for Global Community Enhancement

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International travel-related nonprofit organizations for projects to strengthen communities throughout the world. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of technology, education, and business development. The progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 229954

Grants to Canada Arts and Music Nonprofits and For-Profits for Events and Productions

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to Canada arts- and music-based nonprofit associations and for-profit companies to support events and productions. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to promote projects that increase the national and...

GrantWatch ID#: 195297

Grants, Loans, and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Businesses for E...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants, loans, and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and businesses for activities that foster economic growth in eligible locations. Applicants should contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 190907

Grants to Israel Corporations to Invest in Startup Companies

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Israel corporations to invest in startup companies. Funding is intended for investments in companies at the pre-seed and seed funding stages, with the goals of expanding the number of investments in Israeli technology companies. In addition to grant fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 230120

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA IHEs to Assist Students in the Development of Technological...

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a positive impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 181079

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Competition for USA and Canada Mom Entrepreneurs to Help Grow Their Businesses

Deadline: 09/30/26

Competition for USA and Canada mom entrepreneurs to help grow their businesses. The purpose of the program is to encourage and support women who own their own businesses as they endeavor to balance motherhood and work. Eligible applicants include first-time expect...

GrantWatch ID#: 209032

Grants to USA, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines Youth to Pursue and Implement Innovative Pro...

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and St. Vincent and the Grenadines youth for innovative projects. Special consideration will be given to applications in the areas of entrepreneurship, music and performing arts, and computer science. Funding is intended to provide fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 183650

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Research and Public Engagement Projects

Deadline: 12/04/26 LOI Date: 07/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for research projects and public engagement programs that address a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, entrepreneurship, science, society, and religion. Applicants must submit an onl...

GrantWatch ID#: 171288

Grants to Alberta Métis Entrepreneurs for a Start-Up or Small Business Expansion

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up $99,999 to Alberta Métis entrepreneurs for assistance in expanding a small business or funding a start-up. Funding is intended to support new and expanding business ventures with non-repayable grants. In order to receive this grant, funding must be a...

GrantWatch ID#: 158771

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurial Enterprises ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161348

Grants to USA, Canada, and International For-Profits and Canada Nonprofits to Collaborate with...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canadian nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities on a research-based internship program. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve r...

GrantWatch ID#: 162825

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to directly benefit young people and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and career r...

GrantWatch ID#: 165145

Grants to Northwest Territories Qualifying Entities to Foster Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Northwest Territories businesses, entrepreneurs, Indigenous organizations, municipalities, and residents to foster economic development. Funding is available in the following categories: micro-business, entrepreneur support, community economic developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 166058

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec Nonprofits, Municipalities, Agencies, and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit organizations, public agencies, municipalities, and schools to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Applicants are required to consult with program staff prior to submitting a full proposal....

GrantWatch ID#: 180453

Grants to New Brunswick Individuals, Nonprofits, and Businesses for Increased Market Access an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Brunswick individuals, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to participate in career growth activities. This initiative aims to help musicians access domestic and international markets and encourage professional development. Funding is intended fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 185455

Grants to USA Entrepreneurs to Support Recovery After Natural Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $2,000 to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support recovery after a natural disaster. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs who have faced business interruptions due to an unforeseen environmental event, such as a wildfire or hurricane. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195041

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs, Engineers, Scientists, and Artis...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials....

GrantWatch ID#: 196927

Grants to Ontario New Businesses to Foster Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario new businesses to foster economic development in local communities in eligible regions. Funding may be used for capital expenses, training costs, marketing, and investments in information and communications technology. Eligible applicants are tho...

GrantWatch ID#: 197492

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico Small Business Owners to Participate in a Business Develop...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA and Puerto Rico small business owners to participate in a free business development program. The 12-week program is intended to provide participants with practical skills, networking, mentorship, and the development of a customized business pla...

GrantWatch ID#: 200771

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, Agencies, and Businesses in Multiple Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and businesses for business expansion projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203747

Opportunity for Canada Women Entrepreneurs to Participate in an Accelerator Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Canada women entrepreneurs to participate in an accelerator program. In addition to funding, support includes coaching and leadership training as part of finding effective methods for scaling up. Ideal companies are those that do business within ma...

GrantWatch ID#: 211668

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Businesses, Start-Ups, and Fintec...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International businesses, startups, and fintechs to help them streamline and upgrade their payment systems. In addition to monetary support, companies will receive mentorship, marketing support, and the use of the fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 212065

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Developers for AI...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $20,000, and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, developers, and researchers for projects in Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to support innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 213528

Grants to Ontario Property Owners for Economic Development Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario property owners in eligible regions for economic development activities. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for a range of activities, including structural work, facade im...

GrantWatch ID#: 215488

Grants to Canada Donees, Charities, and Municipalities for Projects, Programs, and Activities ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada qualified donees, registered charities, and municipalities for projects, programs, and activities to benefit the community. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: health, education, and arts and humanities. The F...

GrantWatch ID#: 215901