As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 130 Seed Funding / Startup Grants — 38 open right now, across 51 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2K to $50M. The next application deadline is November 4, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Rural Residency Planning and Development (RRPD) program improves and expands rural health care access. It does this by developing new, accredited, sustainable rural residency programs,…
🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration📋 CFDA 93.746⏰ Mar 18, 2027💰
up to $750,000
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the following NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs): NEI, NHLBI, NHGRI, NIA, NIAAA, NIAID, NIAMS, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDCD, NIDCR, NIDDK,…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.837⏰ Apr 5, 2027
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the following NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs): NEI, NHLBI, NHGRI, NIA, NIAAA, NIAID, NIAMS, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDCD, NIDCR, NIDDK,…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.143⏰ Apr 5, 2027
Avenir, the French word for "future," reflects NIDA's commitment to developing the next generation of leaders in addiction science. Since 2015, the Avenir Program has supported…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.279⏰ May 26, 2027💰
up to $375,000
The U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program advances America's national interests by harnessing market-based, private sector-led growth across two strategic focus areas: Critical Minerals Investment and Commercial Diplomacy…
🏛 Bureau of African Affairs📋 CFDA 19.989⏰ May 31, 2027💰
$5,000,000 – $50,000,000
This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) seeks revolutionary research ideas for topics not being addressed by ongoing IPTO programs or other published solicitations. Potential proposers are highly…
🏛 DARPA - Information Processing Technologies Office📋 CFDA 12.910⏰ Jun 22, 2027
The NIH Director's New Innovator Award supports exceptionally creative early-stage investigators pursuing bold, innovative research with the potential to transform important areas of science relevant to…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.310⏰ Aug 19, 2027💰
$475,000 – $475,000
The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage community-engaged research that broadens the conceptualization of qualities of the environment that can support…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.865⏰ Sep 7, 2027
The NIH Director's Early Independence Award supports outstanding early-career investigators who are ready to pursue independent research soon after completing their doctoral degree or post-graduate clinical…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.310⏰ Sep 10, 2027💰
$350,000 – $350,000
The Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS)in the Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) at the National Science Foundation (NSF)and the National Institute of General Medical…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Sep 20, 2027💰
$1 – $1,200,000
The goal of the NHLBI Catalyze Program is to provide a comprehensive suite of support and services to facilitate the transition of basic science discoveries into…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.839⏰ Dec 23, 2027
The National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research (NCMRR) Early Career Research (ECR) Award (R03) is intended to support both basic and clinical research from rehabilitation scientists…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.865⏰ Jan 7, 2028💰
up to $200,000
The NIH Exploratory/Developmental Grant supports exploratory and developmental research projects by providing support for the early and conceptual stages of these projects. These studies may involve…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.173⏰ Jan 7, 2028
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports projects relevant to the NIGMS mission that focus solely on the development of technologies with potential to enable acquisition…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ Jan 7, 2028
The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to solicit applications for exploratory and early-stage projects that focus on undruggable target classes within intractable…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.350⏰ Feb 17, 2028
How many seed funding / startup grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 130 seed funding / startup grants, of which 38 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is November 4, 2026 — about 7 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for seed funding / startup grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but seed funding / startup grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Small Business (SBA-defined), Public Authority and Public University. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2K to $50M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse seed funding / startup grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About Seed Funding / Startup grants
Seed funding and startup grants provide early-stage financial support to help innovative ideas get off the ground. With 130 active grants in this category, opportunities come from major agencies including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation, making this a robust landscape for emerging ventures and research initiatives.
Most seed grants range from $8,000 to $100,000 and employ competitive application processes. Public and private universities, along with nonprofit organizations, are typical recipients. These grants frequently support cancer research, technology, and education projects, often prioritizing underrepresented groups. Filtering by your institution type, research focus, and demographic alignment will help narrow your search effectively.
