February 2026 Grants and Accelerators for Startups & Businesses
Last updated: February 3, 2026
This list includes startup grants, pitch competitions, and accelerator programs with application deadlines in February. These opportunities are open to early-stage founders, small business owners, solopreneurs, and startup teams seeking non-dilutive funding, cash prizes, or accelerator-backed capital.
Funding amounts, eligibility requirements, and equity terms vary by program. Founders should review details carefully before applying.
Each opportunity includes a qualification score within the Funding Findr dashboard, helping users quickly assess fit based on eligibility and profile data.
Grants for Startups and Small Businesses
1. Grant for Growing Small Businesses
Funding amount: Up to $35,000
Deadline: February 22, 2026
Who it’s for: Growing small businesses
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/69728ee5xUNBgej8HY5DWxUcltmN
2. Grant for Aspiring and Early-Stage Entrepreneurs
Funding amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 16, 2026 (offered quarterly)
Who it’s for: Aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/69728fc4PLsAexl8PF3ndMYNU0kL
3. Grant for High-Growth North Carolina Startups
Funding amount: Up to $50,000
Deadline: February 23, 2026
Who it’s for: Early-stage startups validating or scaling a business model
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/69727269m5Gdfra4d8mJeN4Bhno8
4. Grant for Pre–Series A Startups
Funding amount: Up to $75,000
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Who it’s for: High-growth startups willing to operate regionally or relocate
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/697281af2pH6PPvpvUg7XDfPIHQb
5. Grant for Established Startups
Funding amount: Approximately $20,000
Deadline: February 14, 2026
Who it’s for: Operating businesses with at least one year of activity
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/696ff2669SX30t6RImgSOQJYxFll
6. Grant for Solopreneurs
Funding amount: Approximately $30,000
Deadline: February 13, 2026
Who it’s for: Solopreneurs
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/69826df55gSifpGlaLvnVDCoItwD
7. Grant for Small Businesses
Funding amount: $10,000
Deadline: February 10, 2026
Who it’s for: Small businesses operating since January 2024
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/698274947jiVORohOUeLedkDMwGa
8. Grant for Emerging Small Businesses and Nonprofits
Funding amount: $3,000
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Who it’s for: Emerging small businesses and nonprofit organizations
Grant details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/69728bdeRkETtso9ERuASntS3H22
Accelerators and Fellowship Programs
9. Fellowship for Mid-Career Professionals and Founders
Funding amount: Program costs covered (travel and participation)
Deadline: February 14, 2026
Who it’s for: U.S.-based founders with leadership or global impact goals
Program details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/697282f6hu7WzlrZR0AK7nP8ffkP
10. Accelerator for High-Growth Startups (Fintech, Insurtech, Health, Data)
Funding amount: $100,000
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Who it’s for: High-growth startups in fintech, insurtech, digital health, and data analytics
Program details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/6972852aeUXEDV6neYfJZk31q0o1
11. Accelerator for Startups and Nonprofits Focused on the Future of Work
Funding amount: $100,000
Deadline: February 6, 2026
Who it’s for: For-profit and nonprofit organizations focused on workforce development
Program details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/6982788aZDPrUfgPi97J6ewtyN0n
12. Accelerator for Early-Stage, High-Growth Startups (Rolling Deadline)
Funding amount: $220,000
Deadline: Rolling (multiple cohorts)
Who it’s for: Startups with early traction and strong growth signals
Program details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/698242b03TcFv4EyFoACELQCYbSG
13. Accelerator for Early-Stage Startups (Equity Investment)
Funding amount: $200,000 (equity investment)
Deadline: February 13, 2026
Who it’s for: High-growth early-stage startups
Program details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/69826f90wwFmPB9boSSd1ABJaIAq
14. Accelerator for Los Angeles–Based Social Impact Startups
Funding amount: Non-cash resources
Deadline: February 12, 2026
Who it’s for: Los Angeles startups focused on social impact
Program details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/6982706deHB2oXQLXuOUaLvZdS1K
Pitch Competitions
15. Pitch Competition for Startups Addressing Gender-Based Violence and Human Trafficking
Funding amount: $100,000 (equity investment)
Deadline: February 12, 2026
Who it’s for: Startups working to end human trafficking and gender-based violence
Competition details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/6982714056WpdRZ4X0EU0wxrCVZE
16. Pitch Competition for EdTech and Education Innovation Startups
Funding amount: $40,000 (equity investment)
Deadline: February 11, 2026
Who it’s for: Startups focused on education and learning innovation
Competition details:
https://app.fundingfindr.co/browse-funding/698272329vzA9prlOVSJWwan7wP9
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