Small Business Grants in North Dakota
North Dakota offers one of the most business-friendly environments in the country, with low taxes, minimal regulation, and a strong energy-driven economy. While the state's population is small, its per-capita income is high and its small business sector is vital to the economy. Grant opportunities in North Dakota are particularly strong in agriculture, energy, and rural development.
Economic Overview
North Dakota has approximately 75,000 small businesses. The economy is driven by energy (oil from the Bakken formation), agriculture, healthcare, technology, and military installations. The state has no corporate income tax for pass-through entities, low property taxes, and one of the lowest costs of doing business in the nation.
State Grant Programs
The North Dakota Department of Commerce offers the Workforce Enhancement Grant, the North Dakota Development Fund (loans and equity), and various agricultural grants. The ND SBDC is based at the University of North Dakota. The state's Centers of Excellence program provides grants for industry-university partnerships. The Bank of North Dakota offers unique lending programs not available in other states.
How to Apply
Contact the ND SBDC and ND Department of Commerce. The Bank of North Dakota is a unique resource — it's the only state-owned bank in the US and offers favorable terms. USDA programs are widely applicable. 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 in North Dakota?▼
ND offers Workforce Enhancement Grants, the ND Development Fund, Centers of Excellence grants, Bank of North Dakota financing, agricultural grants, and federal SBIR/STTR and USDA programs.
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