The grants listed on this page are provided by external organizations and are not affiliated or administered by the City of Newark. Please review each program's eligibility criteria and deadlines directly with the grant provider.

Incentives by the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz)

If your business is considering expanding or relocating to California, Go-Biz provides no-cost, confidential services for incentives and grant navigation. Visit Go-Biz website for more information.

Amber Grant Foundation

With a simple foal of supporting women entrepreneurs, the Amber Grant Foundation awards a series of grants throughout the year, including the $10,000 monthly grant and %50,000 annual grants. Click here for more information.

 Awesome Foundation Grants

Each month, the Awesome Foundation awards grants of $1,000 to individuals and groups looking to fund various projects. Though funding is not limited to businesses, startups, and small businesses have been among the recipients of the monthly grants. Click here for more information.

HerRise Micro Grant

This program provides financial assistance to women of color creating innovative solutions that impact their community and that are often unable to secure funding for their small business. Applications close on the last day of the month, and the winners will be announced in the following month. Click here for more information.

Hustler's Micro Grant Application

This program offers $1,000 in funding to support entrepreneurs in their small business ventures. Applications are accepted monthly. Click here for more information.

 Intuit QuickBooks x Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program

This program awards $20,000 grants to U.S. small businesses that show courage, perseverance, and integrity. Three winners are chosen each quarter and receive both funding and resources to help grow their business. Nominations are open to anyone who wants to recognize a small business hero in their community. Click here for more information.

Jobber Grants

This is an annual program that awards funding to blue-collar businesses to help then grow and innovate. This year, grants range from $10,000 to $100,000, with flexible funding that can be used to cover expenses such as expansion cost, equipment upgrades, or additional staffing. Selected recipients will also receive an all-expenses-paid retreat with business mentorship opportunities. The application deadline is June 11, 2026. Click here for more information.

Secretros Small Business Grant

This program offers $2,500 to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and accelerate growth. To apply, business owners must be 21 or older and operate in eligible US states, excluding Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, New York, and Rhode Island. Applications are due by June 30, 2026, and the selected recipient will have full discretion on how to use the funds to support their business. Click here for more information.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program

This program offers $10,000 grants to 50 for-profit, U.S.-based small businesses looking to strengthen their digital presence. To qualify, business owners must be 18 or older, register for a free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account, and complete any two eligible courses or events. This opportunity is rolling. Click here for more information.