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LGBTQ-owned business grants

Grants for LGBTQ-Owned Businesses

There are not many official LGBTQ-specific small business grants at any one time. This page separates the verified LGBTQ-specific path from broader grants that LGBTQ founders can also review.

This page is curated from official source pages. GrantTrek does not guarantee eligibility, deadlines, or awards. Verify every opportunity with the funder before applying.

Quick facts

Last updated2026-06-27
AudienceLGBTQIA+ small business owners
Verified grants5
Source ruleOfficial funder pages only

Selected grants

1
active Main Street General Business

Founders First CDC Pride Fund National Grant

Founders First CDC's Pride Fund is a national grant for LGBTQIA+ small businesses. The official page lists 20 grant packages totaling $20,000, with $1,000 micro-grants plus program access for eligible LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs.

Best for LGBTQIA+ small business owners with 2 to 100 employees and qualifying revenue.
Why it fits The official page is directly positioned as a Pride Fund for LGBTQIA+ small businesses.
Watch out It is a microgrant plus program-access package, not a large growth grant.
20 grant packages totaling $20,000; $1,000 micro-grant plus program access Award range Official page has an application form; current deadline not listed Deadline
2
active Main Street General Business

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready 2026 Grants

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready offers free small-business courses, coaching, networking, and 2026 grant opportunities. The official page says applications for 2026 $10,000 grants are open and asks businesses to register to learn more.

Best for LGBTQ-owned businesses that want a broad corporate grant option.
Why it fits It is a widely relevant small-business program with current 2026 grant opportunities.
Watch out It is not LGBTQ-specific, so standard small-business eligibility still controls.
$10,000 grant opportunities Award range Open now; register on official Verizon Digital Ready page for current grant windows Deadline
3
active Main Street General Business

IFundWomen Universal Grant Application

IFundWomen by Honeycomb Credit presents an official grant application page for startups, small businesses, founders, and entrepreneurs to apply for grants and be matched with funding opportunities.

Varies by matched IFundWomen grant opportunity Award range Rolling universal application; individual grant deadlines vary Deadline
4
active Main Street General Business

Freed Fellowship Monthly Small Business Grant

Freed Fellowship runs a monthly small-business grant program for US micro and small business owners. Each selected Freed Fellow receives a $500 no-strings-attached grant and is considered for a $2,500 year-end grant.

Best for Micro and small businesses that can use a recurring small monthly grant.
Why it fits It is open to US micro and small business owners and can serve as a broad fallback.
Watch out The official page lists an application fee.
$500 monthly grant; selected fellows considered for $2,500 year-end grant Award range Monthly rolling application; official page lists an application fee Deadline
5
active Main Street General Business

NASE Growth Grants

The National Association for the Self-Employed offers Growth Grants worth up to $4,000 for NASE members' small business needs such as marketing, hiring, facilities, equipment, and training. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly, but applicants must meet NASE membership requirements.

Up to $4,000 Award range Applications accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; NASE membership required Deadline

How we selected these grants

  • LGBTQ-specific grants are listed before broad alternatives.
  • Broad alternatives must be realistic for ordinary small businesses.
  • The page avoids inflating the number of LGBTQ-specific opportunities.

Important caveats

  • LGBTQ-specific grant volume is small.
  • Broad alternatives are not LGBTQ-only.
  • Eligibility, deadlines, and application windows can change.

FAQ

Are there many LGBTQ business grants?

No. There are some LGBTQ-specific programs, but the active pool is small. Most owners should also compare broad corporate and foundation grants.

Can LGBTQ founders apply to broad small business grants?

Yes, if the business meets the ordinary eligibility rules. Broad grants can be more numerous than identity-specific grants.

Are the grants on Grants for LGBTQ-Owned Businesses guaranteed?

No. A grant listing is not a guarantee of eligibility, funding, or approval. GrantTrek uses official-source evidence to curate options, but the funder controls the current rules and award decisions.

Why does GrantTrek include recurring or forecasted grants?

Some useful small-business programs open in cycles. GrantTrek includes recurring or forecasted opportunities only when the official source gives enough evidence to explain the status and caveats.

What should I verify before applying?

Verify the current deadline, applicant type, location rules, eligible expenses, award amount, application steps, reporting requirements, and whether registration or membership is required.

What if a grant on this list is closed?

Treat closed or forecasted programs as planning signals, not open applications. Check the official page for the next cycle and compare active alternatives before spending time on an application.