Small Business Grants for Veterans in New York (2026)
Veterans in New York who are starting or growing businesses have access to dedicated federal, state, and private grant programs designed to support military entrepreneurs in their transition to civilian business ownership.
The federal government offers substantial support through SBA programs including Boots to Business (free entrepreneurship training), the 8(a) Business Development Program (federal contracting advantages for service-disabled veterans), and the Veteran Small Business Advisory Committee's initiatives. These programs recognize the leadership, discipline, and strategic thinking that veterans bring to business.
Private organizations like the Second Service Foundation award monthly grants of $2,000-$5,000 to veteran-owned businesses. The Hiring Our Heroes program from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation provides $10,000-$25,000 grants. PenFed Foundation runs free accelerator programs for veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs across multiple cities.
In New York, veteran entrepreneurs can combine these national programs with state-level economic development grants and veteran-specific business incentives. Many state procurement programs offer preferences for veteran-owned businesses on government contracts.
Below you will find every active grant available to veteran-owned businesses in New York, including veteran-specific programs and general small business grants open to all entrepreneurs.
Available Grants49 Active
Award Amount
$5,000 - $5,000
Florida Export Marketing Plan
Award Amount
$75,000 - $150,000
SBA Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
Award Amount
$50,000 - $5,000,000
New York Excelsior Jobs Program
Award Amount
$100,000 - $2,000,000
Florida High Impact Performance Incentive
Award Amount
$10,000 - $50,000
Fund Her Future Grant (H&R Block)
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
$5,000 - $25,000
NAACP x BACARDI Backing the B.A.R.
Award Amount
$10,000 - $25,000
Global NY Grant Fund
Award Amount
$5,000 - $25,000
NYS Business Seed Funding
Award Amount
$4,000 - $4,000
NASE Growth Grant
Award Amount
$10,000 - $50,000
Amber Grant for Women
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
$600,000 - $5,000,000
EDA Public Works Program
Award Amount
$150,000 - $2,500,000
EDA Economic Adjustment Assistance
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
$1,000 - $15,000
Kiva 0% Interest Microloans
Award Amount
$15,000 - $25,000
Amazon Business Small Business Grant
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
$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
$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 - $50,000
NBMBAA Scale-Up Pitch Challenge
Award Amount
$5,000 - $10,000
NDI Small Business Hub (Disability Entrepreneurs)
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 specifically for veteran-owned businesses in New York?▼
National programs include the Second Service Foundation awards ($2K-$5K monthly), Hiring Our Heroes grants ($10K-$25K), and PenFed Foundation accelerator. SBA 8(a) and HUBZone programs provide federal contracting advantages. State veteran business programs add additional funding layers.
Do military spouses qualify for veteran business grants in New York?▼
Yes. Many veteran programs explicitly include military spouses. The Second Service Foundation, PenFed Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur Program, and SBA Boots to Business all serve military spouses. Some state programs also extend veteran business incentives to military families.
How do I get started as a veteran entrepreneur in New York?▼
Start with SBA Boots to Business (free training at military installations). Register at SAM.gov for government contracting. Apply for SBA veteran verification at vetcert.sba.gov. Then explore grants on this page and connect with your local SBA Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC).