Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation Venture Development Program is a small business financing initiative from the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) that provides capital to small businesses in Massachusetts seeking to scale operations and expand capacity. The program targets Massachusetts-headquartered small businesses with growth potential, offering funding between $50,000 and $250,000 to support business development goals such as hiring, equipment acquisition, and market expansion. MGCC prioritizes businesses that demonstrate economic impact and have limited access to traditional financing. Applicants must be headquartered in Massachusetts to qualify.

India Sustainable Growth Hub (ISGH) Research Grants is a grant from the International Growth Centre (IGC) that funds policy-relevant research on sustainable economic growth in India, supported by funding from the Bezos Earth Fund. Two award types are available: full research grants up to GBP 40,000 and small research grants up to GBP 15,000. Projects must demonstrate strong policy relevance, potential for impact, and robust research methods. The lead Principal Investigator must be a researcher based in India and affiliated with an Indian institution, though co-investigators may be based internationally. Eligible institutions include universities, research centres, think tanks, NGOs, and government bodies registered in India. Bihar is a priority partner region.

United States Marine Highway Program (USMHP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD). This program aims to increase the use of America's navigable waterways and integrate them into the U.S. surface transportation system. It supports projects that develop and expand documented vessels or port and landside infrastructure, strengthening American supply chains, reducing emissions, and creating jobs. Eligible activities include planning, construction, and resilience. Private-sector operators of Marine Highway Projects or owners of facilities may apply with an endorsement letter from a Marine Highway Route Sponsor.