September 2026 Small Business Grants

At For All Things Digital, we believe that access to funding should be simple and straightforward. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of grants tailored for small businesses, creatives, and founders from diverse industries. These grants can provide the capital you need for marketing, operations, product development, and more—so don’t miss out! Take a moment to review this month’s funding opportunities, apply with confidence, and keep building the brand of your dreams. Your next big win could be just one application away!

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🔗 Explore the September 2026 Grants List Below ⬇️

Small Business Grants & Funding Opportunities

  1. Pave Her Way Women’s Grant Programs

    Pave Her Way grant programs are designed to meet women where they are. Whether you've been doing the work for years, building something new, or just need the financial runway to start. It's more than just funding. It’s mentorship, network access, and community.

    AMOUNT $90,000

    paveherway.org/apply

    Applications open August 31, 2026

  2. Lifting up The Bronx, NY Small Business Grant

    Optimum Business and the Bronx Chamber of Commerce are proud to bring grants to support small businesses in the Bronx through the Lifting Up Small Businesses in The Bronx program. The program awards 25 eligible local businesses with funding to support local businesses in their growth and long-term success.

    AMOUNT $5,000

    www.bronxchamber.org/lifting-up-small-businesses-in-the-bronx

    Due September 1, 2026

  3. The Shirley Raines Legacy Grant

    The purpose of these grants is to strengthen grassroots efforts that align with the charitable mission of Beauty 2 The Streetz by providing unrestricted financial support that recipients may use to further their charitable work. No nonprofit or 501(c)(3) status required. In memory of Ms. Shirley Raines.

    AMOUNT $1,000

    grant.b2ts.org/

    Due September 1, 2026

  4. Sundance Collab X TikTok Micro-series Challenge

    Sundance Collab is teaming up with TikTok to launch a global community challenge dedicated to the art of the micro-series. An industry jury will select five standout finalists to receive funding, a Sundance Collab course package, and a spot in an exclusive online workshop to sharpen their presentation with a Sundance Collab advisor. The finalists will then pitch their visions live, online, directly to the TikTok team.

    AMOUNT $5,000

    collab.sundance.org/catalog/Micro-Series-Challenge

    Due September 10, 2026

  5. WBDC Ignite Grant Program

    The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC)’s Ignite Grant Program awards grants of $2,500 to $10,000 to eligible women-owned small businesses in Connecticut. Funding supports clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on business growth and profitability.

    AMOUNT $2,500 - $10,000

    ctwbdc.org/ignite/

    Due September 13, 2026

  6. Grassroots Fund Grow Grant Fall 2026

    The Grassroots Fund's grant programs are designed to energize and nurture long term civic engagement in local initiatives that create and maintain healthy, just, safe and environmentally sustainable communities. They offer three grant programs for different types of groups: Seed grants are designed to support new (often less than 1 year old) environmental projects. Grow grants support initiatives that look to deepen their work or broaden participation. The Young Leaders program supports efforts with significant leadership by organizers under 25 years old.

    AMOUNT $4,000

    grassrootsfund.org/grant-programs

    Due September 15, 2026

  7. The Breakthrough Grant: Vol III.

    The Breakthrough Grant, offered by Her Agenda and funded by community contributions, provides $5,000 to support an ambitious woman entrepreneur who is working to advance or grow her business. Applicants must be women entrepreneurs and must be actively subscribed to the Her Agenda newsletter to qualify.

    AMOUNT $5,000

    mailchi.mp/heragenda/breakthroughiii

    Due September 18, 2026

  8. TRANSFORM Business Grant

    The TRANSFORM Business Grant is designed to support individuals in systemically marginalized groups who are making social impact and demonstrate financial need. This includes, but is not limited to, BIPOC individuals, individuals who have a disability, formerly incarcerated individuals, and queer, trans, and nonbinary folks.

    AMOUNT $1,000

    www.transformgrant.org/the-grant/

    Due September 18, 2026

  9. 2026 Fund Her Future Grant from H&R Block

    The Fund Her Future grant, presented by H&R Block in partnership with Hello Alice, puts real capital behind women business owners building companies that move their communities forward. Women are one of the fastest-growing groups of new small business owners, yet they face steeper odds getting the funding and support their businesses need. That’s why H&R Block is doubling down on investing in female founders this year, selecting up to four women-owned businesses to receive funding.
    AMOUNT $50,000

    www.helloalice.com/opportunities/grants/h-r-block-fund-her-future-grant-2026

    Due September 18, 2026

  10. High Five Grants For Mom

    The Mama Ladder helps ambitious mom entrepreneurs grow their businesses. We want to see more moms reach $1 million revenue in their companies, and the #HighFiveGrant is to help you get there.

    AMOUNT $1,000 - $10,000

    themamaladder.com/grant

    Due September 30, 2026

  11. DoorDash Local Business Disaster Relief Fund

    Selected businesses will receive $5,000 grants to invest in essential recovery expenses where this level of funding can have meaningful impact, such as urgent operational expenses, time-sensitive repairs, immediate inventory needs, payroll during recovery, and other critical out-of-pocket expenses needed to resume operations, for businesses directly impacted by the Spokane Fires.

    AMOUNT $5,000

    www.helloalice.com/opportunities/grants/doordash-local-business-disaster-relief-fund-summer-round-2026

    Due October 1, 2026

  12. Entreprenista Evolve Grant

    Entreprenista’s quarterly grant supports women founders like you with funding for their next phase of growth.  This seasonal grant is for revenue-generating women founders ($100K+ annually, in business 1+ year) who are ready to scale with real resources behind them.

    AMOUNT $5,000
    https://www.entreprenista.com/evolve 

    Due November 30, 2026

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