The Wish Local Empowerment Program

The NICHD Small Research Grant Program (R03Basic Experimental Studies with HumansRequired) supports clinical trials that fall within the NICHD mission and also meet the criteria for basic science experimental studies involving humans (BESH), referred to in NOT-OD-18-212 as prospective basic science studies involving human participants. These studies fall within the NIH definition of a clinical trial and also meet the definition of basic research. Types of studies that should submit under this NOFO include studies that prospectively assign human participants to conditions (i.e., experimentally manipulate independent variables) and that assess biomedical or behavioral outcomes in humans for the purpose of understanding the fundamental aspects of phenomena without specific application towards processes or products in mind.

VIPC’s venture capital program, Virginia Venture Partners (VVP), supports entrepreneurs and founding teams building transformative companies in Virginia. VVP invests in technology, cybersecurity, life sciences, energy, and aerospace startups through grants, pre-seed, and seed-stage funding, providing the critical support needed to fuel company growth and success. The Launch Grant is a $50,000 grant opportunity for the next generation of transformative companies at the earliest stage of formation. Companies must meet the eligibility criteria outlined. A 1:1 non-dilutive capital or in-kind match is required.

Deja Vu Parker of WBLS, in collaboration with HerSuiteSpot, proudly presents the Hustler’s MicroGrant – a remarkable opportunity for small business owners like you to receive the boost you deserve. Our mission is simple: to provide grants and invaluable resources to promising small businesses across the United States. With applications open each month, the process is straightforward and dynamic.

The Additive Voucher Program (AVP) provides companies with a matching grant to assist with the acquisition of Additive Manufacturing technology. Eligible companies can apply for a grant up to $20,000 for Additive Manufacturing Hardware, Software, and related third-party integration services. Funding is awarded on a first-come first-served basis. The program is administered by the Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology with funding provided through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development's Manufacturing Innovation Fund.

The Tucson Ready, Steady, Open Pilot Program provides Tucson small businesses impacted by City capital construction projects with grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 across three distinct grant types tailored to different phases of a construction project. Administered by the City of Tucson's Department of Transportation & Mobility and funded through $345,000 in remaining Tucson American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars, the program is designed to help businesses prepare for, remain operational during, and recover from the temporary disruption caused by City infrastructure investments on selected project corridors. The program offers three grant types, each targeting a different stage of a construction project's impact. The Ready Grant provides up to $500 to help businesses prepare before construction begins, with eligible uses including "Open for Business" signs, digital and print marketing materials, skill-building in social media and marketing, and online commerce options. The Steady Grant provides up to $10,000 to help businesses remain open and operational during active construction, with eligible uses including payroll, rent, utilities, new operational costs the business has experienced, and physical improvements that refresh the business space. The Open Grant provides up to $5,000 to help businesses recover after construction ends and corridor improvements are in place. Each grant type is tied to specific qualifying construction corridors, which are mapped by the City based on City capital construction projects that restrict traffic for longer than 90 days during FY26 or FY27 and have more than 10 businesses located adjacent to or near the project site. To qualify, applicants must operate a small local business located adjacent to a designated construction work zone (unless the specific project corridor description specifies otherwise), have been located in the corridor at least six months prior to construction, hold a current City of Tucson business license, be a local independent business (local franchises qualify provided they meet FTE and revenue caps), employ fewer than 25 full-time equivalent employees, and generate less than $2 million in annual revenue. Businesses whose primary activities are liquor stores, smoke shops, CBD product manufacturers and sellers, farms, politically affiliated businesses, armament or weapons businesses, adult-oriented businesses, lending businesses (such as check cashing), or investment businesses are not eligible. Applicants may not be previously awarded a grant of the same type for the same selected project. Grant funding is competitive, and not all applications received will be awarded. Applications are prioritized based on four criteria: business viability, the construction-related impact on the business, the financial need or costs the business has identified, and the proposal for use of City funding. Applications are submitted exclusively through the City's ZoomGrants portal, where applicants can also communicate directly with City of Tucson grants staff throughout the review process.