Small Business Grants in New York
New York small businesses and startups have access to both state-specific programs and federal funding through SBIR, SBA, EDA, and USDA. Below are the most relevant programs — use Founder Kit to match your specific business to all programs you qualify for.
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New York State Grant Programs
Excelsior Jobs Program
Refundable tax credits over 10 yearsEmpire State Development
Tax credits for businesses that create or retain jobs in strategic industries — technology, biotech, and clean energy.
Learn more →NY Ventures Fund
$150K–$500KEmpire State Development
Seed investment for early-stage technology companies based in New York.
Learn more →Innovate NY Fund
Up to $500KEmpire State Development
Grants for high-growth startups in digital technology, life sciences, and clean energy.
Learn more →Federal Programs Available in New York
SBIR / STTR
Phase I: up to $300K · Phase II: up to $2MMultiple federal agencies (NIH, NSF, DOD, DOE, NASA)
Non-dilutive R&D funding for small businesses with a technology or research component. Available in all 50 states.
Learn more →SBA 7(a) Loan Program
Up to $5MU.S. Small Business Administration
Low-interest loans for working capital, equipment, and real estate — the most accessible federal financing program.
Learn more →Economic Development Administration (EDA) Grants
$100K–$10M+U.S. Department of Commerce
Competitive grants for economic development projects in manufacturing, innovation, and tech.
Learn more →USDA Rural Development Business Grants
Up to $500KU.S. Department of Agriculture
Grants and loans for businesses in rural areas driving economic development and job creation.
Learn more →New York Small Business Development Center
Free one-on-one advising for New York small businesses — grant writing, business plans, and financing strategies.
Find your local SBDC →Form your company in New York
Filing fee: $125 · Timeline: 7–14 business days
New York requires the Certificate to specify the county of the registered office. Nonprofit requires specific N-PCL §404 purpose language.
Start formation wizard →Guides for New York Founders
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