Small Business Grants in Georgia
Georgia has rapidly established itself as one of the premier states for entrepreneurship in the Southeast. Anchored by Atlanta — a top-five metro for startup activity and Black-owned businesses — the state combines a large, diverse talent pool with affordable operating costs and strong government support for small business growth. From logistics and fintech to film production and agribusiness, Georgia offers a wide range of industries where grant-funded entrepreneurs can thrive.
Economic Overview
Georgia has approximately 1.1 million small businesses employing over 1.8 million workers. Atlanta's economy is driven by logistics, technology, film and entertainment, financial services, and healthcare. The city is home to more Fortune 500 headquarters than all but two other US cities. Georgia's lower cost of living compared to coastal tech hubs has fueled rapid population and business growth. The Savannah port — one of the busiest in the US — creates supply chain opportunities. Georgia has a flat personal and corporate income tax rate and has been aggressive in attracting businesses through incentive programs.
State Grant Programs
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) administers several incentive programs including the Quality Jobs Tax Credit, the Job Tax Credit for rural areas, and the Investment Tax Credit. Georgia's Centers of Innovation provide industry-specific support in logistics, energy, aerospace, and agribusiness. The Georgia SBDC network is one of the most active in the Southeast. Invest Atlanta offers grants, loans, and tax incentives. The OneGeorgia Fund targets rural development. For tech startups, Atlanta's ecosystem includes the Atlanta Tech Village, Techstars Atlanta, and Georgia Tech's Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC).
How to Apply
Contact the Georgia SBDC — they have 17 offices. Visit the GDEcD website for state incentives. In Atlanta, reach out to Invest Atlanta and the Atlanta Entrepreneur Center. For tech startups, ATDC provides direct access to funding networks. Register at SAM.gov for federal grants. Rural Georgia businesses should explore the OneGeorgia Fund and USDA programs.
Featured Opportunities65 Active
Award Amount
$35,000 - $250,000
OneGeorgia Authority Grants
Award Amount
$50,000 - $1,000,000
Georgia REBA (Regional Economic Business Assistance)
Award Amount
$4,000 - $4,000
NASE Growth Grant
Award Amount
$10,000 - $50,000
Amber Grant for Women
Award Amount
$275,000 - $305,000
NSF SBIR Phase I (America's Seed Fund)
Award Amount
$10,000 - $500,000
USDA Rural Business Development Grants
Award Amount
$1,000 - $10,000
Skip Monthly Business Grants
Award Amount
$5,000 - $25,000
IFundWomen Universal Grant Application
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
Venmo Small Business Grant
Award Amount
$50,000 - $275,000
DOD SBIR Phase I
Award Amount
$150,000 - $293,297
NIH SBIR/STTR Phase I
Award Amount
$50,000 - $200,000
DOE SBIR/STTR Phase I
Award Amount
$50,000 - $100,000
EPA SBIR Phase I
Award Amount
$75,000 - $750,000
USDA Value-Added Producer Grant
Award Amount
$2,500 - $1,000,000
USDA Rural Energy for America (REAP)
Award Amount
$600,000 - $5,000,000
EDA Public Works Program
Award Amount
$150,000 - $2,500,000
EDA Economic Adjustment Assistance
Award Amount
$250,000 - $2,000,000
EDA Build to Scale (Venture Challenge)
Award Amount
$75,000 - $150,000
SBA Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
Award Amount
$50,000 - $4,500,000
SBA HUBZone Program
Award Amount
$50,000 - $4,500,000
SBA 8(a) Business Development Program
Award Amount
$50,000 - $4,500,000
SBA Women-Owned Small Business Contracting
Award Amount
$5,000 - $25,000
Hello Alice Small Business Growth Fund
Award Amount
$20,000 - $20,000
Allstate Main Street Grants (Hello Alice)
Award Amount
$10,000 - $50,000
Fund Her Future Grant (H&R Block)
Award Amount
$1,000 - $15,000
Kiva 0% Interest Microloans
Award Amount
$15,000 - $25,000
Amazon Business Small Business Grant
Award Amount
$2,000 - $350,000
Google for Startups Cloud Program
Award Amount
$20,000 - $20,000
Intuit QuickBooks Small Business Hero
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
Ladies Who Launch Program
Award Amount
$500 - $2,500
Freed Fellowship Grant
Award Amount
$25,000 - $100,000
MassChallenge Accelerator (Equity-Free)
Award Amount
$1,000 - $5,000
Southern Smoke Emergency Relief Fund
Award Amount
$30,000 - $100,000
Cartier Women's Initiative (2027 Cycle)
Award Amount
$10,000 - $50,000
EmpowHer Grant
Award Amount
$7,500 - $7,500
Halstead Grant for Jewelry Designers
Award Amount
$15,000 - $15,000
Girlboss Foundation Grant
Award Amount
$5,000 - $5,000
Red Backpack Fund (Spanx Foundation)
Award Amount
$5,000 - $5,000
Tory Burch Foundation Fellows
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
NAWBO / Mastercard Small Business Grants
Award Amount
$2,000 - $5,000
Second Service Foundation Veteran Awards
Award Amount
$10,000 - $25,000
Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant
Award Amount
$5,000 - $50,000
PenFed Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur Program
Award Amount
$25,000 - $25,000
NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant
Award Amount
$25,000 - $25,000
NAACP x L'Oreal Beauty Industry Grants
Award Amount
$10,000 - $20,000
Fearless Strivers Grant (Fearless Fund + Mastercard)
Award Amount
$1,500 - $5,000
First Nations Acorn Fund
Award Amount
$10,000 - $40,000
First Nations Native Food Sovereignty Grant
Award Amount
$10,000 - $50,000
NBMBAA Scale-Up Pitch Challenge
Award Amount
$5,000 - $10,000
SoGal Foundation Black Founder Grant
Award Amount
$5,000 - $5,000
DigitalUndivided Breakthrough Program
Award Amount
$5,000 - $10,000
NDI Small Business Hub (Disability Entrepreneurs)
Award Amount
$5,000 - $25,000
NAACP x BACARDI Backing the B.A.R.
Award Amount
$25,000 - $25,000
NAACP Power Forward Small Business Grant
Award Amount
$5,000 - $15,000
USHCC / Wells Fargo Hispanic Business Grants
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for small businesses in Georgia?▼
Georgia offers Quality Jobs Tax Credits, rural Job Tax Credits, the OneGeorgia Fund, Invest Atlanta grants, and federal programs like SBIR/STTR. Private grants from NASE, Amber Grant, and corporate programs are also available.
Are there grants for Black-owned businesses in Georgia?▼
Yes. Atlanta has one of the largest Black business communities in the country. Programs include Invest Atlanta initiatives, the Russell Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Kiva microloans, and numerous private foundation grants.
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