1,000+ Opportunities
Find the right grant
Search federal, foundation, and corporate grants with AI — or browse by agency, topic, and state.
This listing may be outdated. Verify details at the official source before applying.
Find similar grantsSBA Manufacturing in America Grant Initiative is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Provides funding to support small manufacturers in the SBA’s Empower to Grow (E2G) Program, including those in key industries like apparel.
Get alerted about grants like this
Save a search for “U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)” or related topics and get emailed when new opportunities appear.
Search similar grants →Extracted from the official opportunity page/RFP to help you evaluate fit faster.
Manufacturing grants | U.S. Small Business Administration SBA provides grants to help empower small manufacturers. Empower To Grow (E2G) Manufacturing in America Grant The goal of this grant is to provide innovative hands-on, in-person manufacturing training and technical assistance to eligible small manufacturing business concerns.
SBA is looking for organizations that will provide technical proficiency and essential skills, including operating machinery, quality control, utilizing industrial software, and maintaining workplace safety.
Be a for-profit or not-for-profit entity (including, but not limited to, small businesses, other-than small businesses, trade and professional associations, and educational institutions) Be in existence continually for at least the past three years Have experience providing hands-on, in-person technical assistance, tools, or training relating to small manufacturing businesses on a regional or national basis; and Demonstrate that it has the capacity to provide manufacturing related hands-on, in-person training and technical assistance to small business concerns.
The deadline to submit proposals electronically is June 15, 2026 no later than 11:59 p. m. ET .
SBA is hosting webinars to inform the public about the grants. Registration is required to attend. Wednesday, June 3 , from 2:00 to 3:30 p.
m. ET View the recording from the webinar held on Wednesday, May 27 . View the recording from the webinar held on Monday, May 11 .
Questions or requests for assistance can be submitted via email to e2g@sba. gov .
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Eligible U. S. small businesses in key industries such as timber, energy, aluminum, and steel. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Manufacturing in America Grant Initiative is a grant from the SBA that funds organizations delivering training and technical assistance to small manufacturers across the United States. The Empower To Grow (E2G) program within this initiative aims to strengthen small manufacturing businesses by expanding access to workforce development, operational support, and growth resources. Eligible applicants include organizations with demonstrated capacity to provide training and technical assistance to small manufacturers. Specific award amounts are not listed; applicants should review the official SBA announcement for funding levels and application requirements. This initiative supports American manufacturing competitiveness and job creation in the small business sector.
The SBA Manufacturing in America Empower to Grow (E2G) Grant Initiative is a new $50 million program announced in May 2026 to support small manufacturers across the United States. The program funds organizations that provide training, technical assistance, and workforce development to small manufacturing businesses in critical industries including advanced manufacturing, robotics, aerospace, shipbuilding, rail equipment, mining, industrial machinery, construction equipment, metal fabrication, electrical equipment, food processing, and medical/precision manufacturing. As many as 10 awards will be made to organizations with demonstrated experience providing hands-on manufacturing training and technical assistance to small manufacturers. The program addresses the need for small manufacturers — who represent 98% of all U.S. manufacturers — to adopt modern technologies including AI, automation, and advanced manufacturing processes to remain globally competitive. Three informational webinars are scheduled for May 11, May 27, and June 3, 2026. Applications must be submitted via grants.gov by June 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT. Contact: e2g@sba.gov.