seCTerRise Small Business Grant

seCTerRise Small Business Grant is sponsored by seCTer. Supports small businesses in Connecticut with grants up to $10,000 for projects that support measurable growth, expansion, improved operations, and increased profitability.

Small Business Grant Program $10,000 and $25,000 Grants for Small Businesses seCTerRise helps eligible businesses invest in projects that support measurable growth, expansion, improved operations, and increased Funding Designed for Business Growth Funded through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, seCTerRise supports projects that make a meaningful difference for businesses throughout the region.

Choose the grant opportunity below that best matches your business. For growing small businesses ready to invest in a specific project that will help the business grow and scale.

Annual revenue over $35,000 and up to $750,000 In business for at least one year Professional services, equipment, machinery, and other eligible growth investments may qualify Project must demonstrate meaningful business impact Explore the $10,000 Grant → Established Business Grant For established businesses planning larger growth projects with the potential to expand operations, employment, innovation, or Annual revenue of at least $750,000 In business for a minimum of four years Minimum of two full-time employees, excluding founders Professional services, equipment, machinery, and other eligible growth investments may qualify Explore the $25,000 Grant → Applicants must meet the general program requirements below in addition to the specific requirements for the $10,000 or $25,000 Must be a for-profit business located in an eligible municipality.

Business must be registered in the State of Connecticut. Business must be in good standing with the Connecticut Department Business owner or owners must be at least 18 years old. Applicants must provide required financial documents and a detailed The proposed project must support business growth and demonstrate Businesses that have previously received a seCTerRise grant are not eligible for another award.

Businesses must be located in one of the following eligible Expanding Access to Business Growth 50% of seCTerRise funding will be awarded to businesses that are minority, disabled, veteran, or women-owned, and/or businesses located in a distressed municipality.

2026 Application Schedule Applications are accepted during designated funding rounds throughout seCTerRise by the Numbers Explore the businesses and communities supported through seCTerRise. View grant funding, program outcomes, recipient data, and an interactive map showing the reach of the program throughout the region.

Explore seCTerRise Impact → Review the complete eligibility requirements, required documents, eligible uses, and application information for the grant opportunity that best fits your business. View $10,000 Grant Information Established Business Grant View $25,000 Grant Information Questions About seCTerRise? Have questions about eligibility, which grant is right for your business, required documents, or the application process?

Please reach out and All awards and disbursements are at the discretion of seCTer. seCTerRise is a highly competitive program and not all applications may be awarded. seCTer may require additional documentation and may revise program eligibility requirements as needed.