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

This grant is founded by WomensNet, proudly giving away at least $30,000 every month in Amber Grant money, to support businesses owned by women. Applying is simple, just take a few minutes to talk about yourself and your business dream. 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.

Faire Small Business Grant

This program provides $5,000 grants to select new retail businesses to help them stock their store and cover their inventory expenses. Grants are awarded as Faire.com credit, which must be used within six months for inventory purchases on the platform. Applications for this cycle are open until September 30, 2025. 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.

 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 September 30, 2025, and the selected recipient will have full discretion on how to use the funds to support their business. Click here for more information.

Small Business Hero Program

This program awards $20,000 grants to small businesses with owners aged 18 or older. 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. The program is open through May 15, 2026. Click here for more information.

Start.Pivot.Micro Grant

This program provides $2,500 to small businesses for essential expenses like rent, inventory, or marketing. Winners will also receive Digital Business Growth planner and the Prep My Loan planner as an additional gift. 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.

 ZenBusiness $5K Grant Program

This program offers $5,000 grants to help small business owners fuel growth and innovation. Open to current ZenBusiness customers who formed their business within the last three to six months, the program supports US-based private businesses that create meaningful impact in their communities. Applications are due by December 31, 2025. Click here for more information.