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Find similar grantsThe Hartford Small Business Accelerator Grant Program is sponsored by Main Street America in partnership with The Hartford. Supports the launch, growth, or expansion of small business accelerator spaces in Main Street communities across the country.
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The Hartford Small Business Accelerator Grant Program | Main Street America The Hartford Small Business Accelerator Program Funding Business Accelerator Projects Mobilizing Small Business Growth Through The Hartford Small Business Accelerator Program, Main Street districts are developing important interim space where business owners can showcase their products and services while accelerating economic development in the local community.
In addition to supporting physical spaces, this program will support the development of a virtual accelerator program to provide training, networking, and mentorship for Main Street small business owners across the country.
In partnership with the Hartford, the Small Business Accelerator Program is an initiative that supports small businesses by funding physical and virtual spaces in select Main Street districts to help them launch and grow.
By funding the establishment and growth of multi-use places for small businesses such as pop-up shops, business incubators, coworking and other innovative spaces, the grant program aims to help entrepreneurs access affordable real estate. In partnership with The Hartford, Main Street America offered three grants of $ 100 , 000 each to fund small business accelerator projects in Main Street districts in 2023 .
In 2025 , additional communities were selected to receive grants to support the launch and establishment of accelerator sites and the operation of existing ones. 2026 Application is Now Open The Hartford Small Business Accelerator Grant Program is open now through Monday, April 27 , 2026 , at 11 : 59 p. m.
CT . Eligible communities were nominated based on a demonstrated commitment to entrepreneurial ecosystem work and readiness to launch a project of this scale.
Apply for a New & Expanding Grant Apply for an Operational Support Grant In 2025 , eight ( 8 ) communities were awarded grants to launch, grow, operate, or sustain new and existing accelerators in their Main Street districts through The Hartford Small Business Accelerator Grant Program in partnership with Main Street America. The Hartford is a leader in property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Main Street communities with a demonstrated commitment to entrepreneurial ecosystem work. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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