Funding resources in the United States
US routes include participating lenders, federal grant notices, state and local programs, community lenders and philanthropy. Applicant type and the specific opportunity decide which to explore.
| Need | Official resource | Mainly for |
|---|---|---|
| Business lending | SBA 7(a) loans (opens official site) | Businesses |
| Federal grants | Grants.gov eligibility (opens official site) | Nonprofits |
| Registration readiness | Grants.gov and SAM.gov registration (opens official site) | Any organization |
| Community lending | OFN CDFI locator (opens official site) | Any organization |
| Rural community facilities | USDA Community Facilities (opens official site) | Nonprofits |
| Disaster recovery | SBA disaster assistance (opens official site) | Any organization |
| Foundation research | Candid (opens official site) | Nonprofits |
| Government contracts (not grants) | SAM.gov contract opportunities (opens official site) | Businesses |
SBA does not offer general grants to start or expand a business; its grant routes are limited and purpose-specific. PPP ended in 2021 and is not a funding route.
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