Small Business Grants in Indiana
Indiana has positioned itself as one of the most business-friendly states in the Midwest, with low taxes, reasonable regulations, and a strong manufacturing and logistics base. The state is increasingly attracting technology companies and startups, particularly in Indianapolis, while maintaining deep strengths in advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and agriculture.
Economic Overview
Indiana has approximately 540,000 small businesses employing over 1.2 million workers. The economy is anchored by advanced manufacturing (Indiana is the #1 manufacturing state per capita), logistics, life sciences, and agriculture. Indianapolis has a growing tech sector and is a hub for motorsports, healthcare, and insurance. Indiana has no gross receipts tax, competitive corporate tax rates, and an efficient regulatory environment.
State Grant Programs
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) offers tax credits, workforce training grants, and the Innovation Voucher Program for R&D partnerships with Indiana universities. The Indiana Small Business Development Center operates through Indiana University. The Elevate Ventures fund provides equity investments and venture development to Indiana startups. The state's 21st Century Fund supports technology and life sciences companies. For rural businesses, USDA and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) provide grants.
How to Apply
Contact the Indiana SBDC and visit the IEDC website. Tech startups should connect with Elevate Ventures. Rural businesses should explore OCRA and USDA programs. Register at SAM.gov for federal grants.
Featured Opportunities17 Active
Award Amount
$4,000 - $4,000
NASE Growth Grant 2025
Award Amount
$10,000 - $25,000
Amber Grant for Women
Award Amount
$275,000 - $275,000
America's Seed Fund (SBIR Phase I)
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
FedEx Entrepreneur Fund (Boost Camp)
Award Amount
$10,000 - $500,000
Rural Business Development Grants
Award Amount
$5,000 - $5,000
American Express Backing Small Business
Award Amount
$1,000 - $1,000
Skip Monthly Business Grants
Award Amount
$5,000 - $5,000
IFundWomen Universal Grant
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
Venmo Small Business Grant
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
LegalZoom Fast Break for Small Business
Award Amount
$30,000 - $100,000
Cartier Women's Initiative
Award Amount
$50,000 - $50,000
EmpowHer Grant
Award Amount
$20,000 - $20,000
Amex Shop Small Grants
Award Amount
$20,000 - $20,000
Intuit Small Business Hero
Award Amount
$10,000 - $10,000
Skip's $10k Kickoff Grant
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for Indiana small businesses?▼
Indiana offers IEDC tax credits and training grants, Innovation Vouchers, Elevate Ventures funding for startups, OCRA grants for rural businesses, and federal SBIR/STTR and USDA programs.
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