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Recently Funded Grant Startups

Grant companies represent a specific stage in the startup funding lifecycle, each with unique characteristics and growth opportunities.

Explore 5,203 recently funded grant companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.

Last updated: October 2026
Total Companies
5,203
Total Funding
$48.5M
Avg Funding
$1.9M
Global Reach
10
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Aerospace4Undisclosed
Analytics3$150K
Artificial Intelligence (AI)3Undisclosed
Biotechnology2$3.1M
Biopharma1$2.5M
Internet1$17.0M
Energy Efficiency1$10.0M
Legal Tech1Undisclosed
Health Care1$2.5M
Automotive1$2.9M

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
New York2Undisclosed
Naples1$2.5M
Seattle1$17.0M
Temecula1$10.0M
Mill Valley1$2.5M
Zürich1$10.4M
Ypsilanti1$2.9M
Maastricht1$263K
Tallinn1Undisclosed
Lake Oswego1Undisclosed

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Naples, United States
Biopharma

Enalare Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing novel therapies.

$2.5M raised
Jan 2025
Seattle, United States
Internet

GigabitNow offers Turnkey Solutions for the Planning, Design, Construction, Operation, and Support of Gigabit Fiber to the Home Networks

$17.0M raised
Jan 2025
Temecula, United States
Energy Efficiency

Hydrogen fuel cell company with emissions reduction solutions for internal combustion engines.

$10.0M raised
Jan 2025
New York, United States
Legal Tech

Justicia Lab is pro bono net's immigrant justice technology lab.

Jan 2025
Mill Valley, United States
Health Care

NysnoBio helps patients with medical conditions develop the Parkin protein's therapeutic potential.

$2.5M raised
Jan 2025
Zürich, Switzerland

Pula Foundation empowers children and women in emerging markets to build climate resilience.

$10.4M raised
Jan 2025
Ypsilanti, United States
Automotive

American Center for Mobility is a non-profit testing and product development facility for future mobility.

$2.9M raised
Jan 2024
Maastricht, The Netherlands
Biotechnology

(Epi-)genetics for preclinical diagnostics and preventative therapeutics for high-impact chronic neurodegenerative and rare pathologies

$263K raised
Jan 2023
Tallinn, Estonia
Recycling

Spacedrip is the creator of wastewater treatment robots that turn wastewater into pristine water.

Jan 2026
Lake Oswego, United States
Analytics

StrateSea Technology develops AI/ML software solutions focused on hydrographic and maritime data analysis.

Jan 2026
San Francisco, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Securing the new era of AI-generated code with next-gen security automation.

Jan 2026
Hayward, United States
Biotechnology

Visolis provides biomanufacturing solutions by combining synthetic biology and chemical catalysis to produce bio-based chemicals and fuels.

$2.9M raised
Jan 2026
El Segundo, United States
Manufacturing

CX2 Focused on achieving spectrum control for electromagnetic warfare for the U.S. and its allies.

Jan 2026
Bellevue, United States
Aerospace

Data Blanket develops drone swarm hardware and AI-driven software designed to support wildfire response teams.

Jan 2026
Chicago, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Aktiver is an AI startup that automates the creation in-silico experimentation for healthcare & life-sciences.

Jan 2026
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Aerospace

Alba Orbital is a pico-satellite company that builds and designs small commercial satellite platforms.

Jan 2026
Kitchener, Canada
Advanced Materials

Alchemy is a nanotechnology company focused on preventing critical sensor damage and reducing the risk of blindness in vehicles.

Jan 2026
Vitoria-gasteiz, Spain
Autonomous Vehicles

The robot cybersecurity firm behind RIS, the Robot Immune System, a security certified solution that protects robots against malware.

Jan 2026
New York, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

CoGrader helps teachers save time grading, by using AI to grade and provide personalize feedback - EdTach SaaS

Jan 2026
Halifax, United Kingdom
Digital Signage

COPSYS Technologies specializes in advanced sensing and digital monitoring solutions for the energy and industrial sectors.

Jan 2026
Bratislava, Slovakia (Slovak Republic)
Analytics

CulturePulse assists firms in communicating with potential customers in a tone that is less likely to elicit a negative reaction.

Jan 2026
Berlin, Germany
Analytics

Dryad Networks develops environmental monitoring solutions that focus on ultra-early wildfire detection and forest health assessment.

$150K raised
Jan 2026
Torino, Italy
Aerospace

Ecosmic is addressing the issue of space debris by inventing plug-and-play cutting-edge technology.

Jan 2026
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Cyber Security

From Cambridge to the world: pioneering secure hardware & software with trusted partners and visionary tech

Jan 2026
Garibaldi, Canada
Aerospace

FireSwarm Solutions develops automated aerial wildfire response systems using heavy-lift uncrewed aerial vehicles and coordination software.

Jan 2026
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What is Grant Funding?

Grant represents a specific stage in the venture capital funding lifecycle. Companies at this stage have unique characteristics that define their growth trajectory and investment requirements.

Typical Funding Range

Varies

The actual amount varies based on market conditions, company traction, and investor appetite.

What It's Used For

Capital raised at this stage is typically used to accelerate growth, expand the team, develop the product, and increase market presence.

Who Invests at the Grant Stage?

Investors at this stage include a mix of venture capital firms, angel investors, and institutional investors, depending on the size and maturity of the company.

Key Metrics Investors Evaluate

Key metrics vary by stage but generally include revenue growth, user acquisition, market size, team strength, and operational efficiency.

Grant Funding Trends

Based on 5,203 grant companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$1.9M
Funded Last 12 Months
17
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

4 companies
3 companies
2 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.New York
2 companies
2.Naples
1 companies
3.Seattle
1 companies
4.Temecula
1 companies
5.Mill Valley
1 companies

How to Find Grant Startups

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