Small business grant opportunities to apply for in May
April 30, 2025
At Mona, we know access to capital can be a game-changer for small business owners – especially those still in early growth stages. Grants offer a powerful way to fuel your business without the burden of repayment. Whether you're a creator, restaurateur, or service provider, there are several opportunities closing soon that could put thousands of dollars directly into your business. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the top small business grant programs with May 2025 deadlines.
📽 Creator’s Momentum Business Accelerator
Award: $5,000 (after completing 8-week program)
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Overview: This virtual accelerator supports 100 creative entrepreneurs with tools and business education. Participants receive $5,000 upon successful completion of the program.
👩🏾💻 Fifteen Percent Pledge AI Illumination Grant
Award: $20,000 (winner), $15,000 (runner-up)
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Overview: Supports two Black-owned businesses leveraging AI to grow. Applicants must attend webinars on using AI in business before applying.
🎨 Creative Business Boost Initiative
Award: $5,000 + business coaching
Deadline: May 9, 2025
Overview: Tailored for creative entrepreneurs, this grant program supports 100 small businesses with capital, education, and community. Perfect if you’re building a business in design, crafts, or other creative fields.
🛍 Amazon Small Business Grant
Award: Up to $25,000
Deadline: May 23, 2025
Overview: Amazon is awarding over $250,000 in grants and prizes to 15 U.S.-based small businesses with under $1M in annual revenue. Winners also receive Amazon devices, Business Prime memberships, and personalized business consultations.
💼 Fund Her Future Grant (by Block Advisors)
Award: Up to $50,000 + 1 year of professional services
Deadline: May 30, 2025
Overview: $100K in funding is available to women-owned businesses, along with a full year of bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services.
🍽 Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund
Award: $10,000
Deadline: May 30, 2025
Overview: Designed for restaurants that have faced natural disasters or infrastructure issues. These grants help businesses reopen and recover more quickly.
📬 Stamps.com Small Business Flexibility Grant
Award: $25,000
Deadline: May 31, 2025
Overview: Open to U.S.-based professional service businesses (law, finance, healthcare, etc.), this grant supports operational flexibility. All applicants get 2 free months of Stamps.com.
🕓 Bonus: Missed a May deadline?
You still have time to apply for the Faire Small Business Grant through June 30, 2025. This $5,000 grant supports newly opened or soon-to-open retail shops.
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