How Startup Grants Work (And Where to Find Them)
What Is a Startup Grant?
Who Qualifies for a Grant?
How Our $50K Grant Program Works
How to Apply Today
Startup grants are one of the most powerful forms of non-dilutive funding—but many founders don’t know how they work or where to find them. At MoonshotNX, we offer $50K startup grants that don’t require you to give up equity or repay a cent.
Startup grants are an often misunderstood yet incredibly powerful funding tool for early-stage founders. At MoonshotNX, we believe every founder deserves a head start without losing equity. In this guide, we explain how startup grants work, how they differ from traditional capital, and how you can find and qualify for them.
What Is a Startup Grant?
A startup grant is non-repayable, non-dilutive funding provided to entrepreneurs to help launch or grow their business. Unlike loans, you don’t have to pay it back. And unlike venture capital, you don’t give up any equity. This makes grants a vital early-stage lifeline for many startups.
Why Grants Matter in Early-Stage Funding
Founders often burn through bootstrapped capital or rush into bad equity deals. Grants provide breathing room—allowing you to validate your product, grow traction, or prepare for a larger raise without compromising control.
How MoonshotNX Offers Grants
We offer $50K non-dilutive startup grants through our nonprofit partner, Moonbase. These grants are designed to cover investor-readiness, fundraising support, and advisory services without touching your cap table.
How to Qualify
Eligibility is based on:
Founder potential and clarity of vision
Scalable business model
Impact and innovation in your category
Alignment with our global capital stack model
Apply now to be considered for a grant in our next funding cohort.
Where Else Can You Find Startup Grants?
Local government innovation programs
Corporate innovation challenges
University incubators
Global foundations focused on entrepreneurship
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Learn more about our Capital Stack model
View our full Startup Grant program
Startup grants are more than just free money—they are strategic launchpads. If you’re building something bold, you shouldn’t have to give it away before you even get started. At MoonshotNX, we help you raise on your terms.