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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
$56.4M
Avg Funding
$2.3M
Global Reach
8
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Biotechnology2$2.6M
Cyber Security1Undisclosed
Software1$1.0M
CleanTech1$29K
Non Profit1$57K
Industrial Engineering1$1.0M
Gaming1$110K
Digital Media1$166K
Mineral1$36.0M
E-Commerce1$35K

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Toronto3$879K
Vancouver2$320K
Edinburgh2$8.5M
Herndon1Undisclosed
Port Moody1$1.0M
Mullumbimby1$29K
Ultimo1$57K
Espoo1$1.0M
Montréal1$110K
Perth1$36.0M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Herndon, United States
Cyber Security

Rimstorm offers outsourced monitoring and management services for security devices and systems.

Nov 2022
Port Moody, Canada
Software

VR studio developer or Aexia, a purpose-built VR platform to create and play roleplaying games.

$1.0M raised
Nov 2021
Mullumbimby, Australia
CleanTech

Seabin Project mission to create innovative clean tech for our oceans and the environment.

$29K raised
Nov 2021
Ultimo, Australia
Non Profit

Climate-KIC Australia is a knowledge and innovation community.

$57K raised
Nov 2021
Espoo, Finland
Industrial Engineering

Sofi Filtration is a Finnish provider of innovative industrial water filtration technology.

$1.0M raised
Nov 2025
Montréal, Canada
Gaming

Squido Studio is an innovative video game studio that focuses on the development of virtual reality games for classic gaming experiences.

$110K raised
Nov 2025
Toronto, Canada
Digital Media

Underknown is a digital factual media company.

$166K raised
Nov 2025
Perth, Australia
Mineral

European Metals Holdings is a mineral exploration and development company engaged in the exploration of tin and base metals.

$36.0M raised
Nov 2025
Milan, Italy
E-Commerce

GEL Proximity is the leading shipping platform focused on Out of Home delivery solutions such as lockers, micro-hubs and PUDOs.

$35K raised
Nov 2025
Kitchener, Canada
Health Care

HyIvy Health offers a pelvic rehabilitation device with trackable data for women recovering from pelvic diseases and surgeries.

$18K raised
Nov 2025
Toronto, Canada
Apparel

Kotn is a clothing and lifestyle brand that offers sustainably made apparel and home products.

$426K raised
Nov 2025
Toronto, Canada
Film

LOFT Entertainment is a music and film/TV company specializes in amplifying culture-defining talent and creative partners through its music.

$288K raised
Nov 2025
Prince George, Canada
Biomass Energy

BC Biocarbon is an environmental company that offers bio refinery technology.

$2.5M raised
Nov 2024
Berlin, Germany
Project Management

Project Management Tool for Game Development

$1.1M raised
Nov 2024
Jacksonville Beach, United States
Media and Entertainment

The First Coast Cultural Center is where members of our community can create, comprehend, and engage with the arts.

$500K raised
Nov 2024
Richmond, Canada
Biotechnology

Gene Bio Medical is a biotechnology company that offers research and development for immunological diagnostics.

Nov 2024
Vancouver, Canada

Gitxaala Enterprises supports the general development and sustainability of the communities of the Gitxaała Nation.

$320K raised
Nov 2024
Carlton, Australia
Art

A platform allowing people to connect with artists and hire them for custom artwork and events.

$10K raised
Nov 2023
Lanham, United States
iOS

Flikshop is a service that allows you to use your phone to send a postcard to an inmate.

Nov 2023
Vancouver, Canada
Blockchain

GameOn creates games that utilize NFTs, predictive gaming, and fantasy elements, all crafted to optimize fan involvement.

Nov 2023
Irvine, United States
CivicTech

RevHub creates the conditions where entrepreneurs can solve our world’s most pressing societal and environmental problems.

$1.1M raised
Nov 2023
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Battery

StorTera is a unique single liquid flow battery (SLIQ) will offer flexibility to the grid by storing electricity.

$6.0M raised
Nov 2022
Southport, Australia
Charity

Autism CRC is a cooperative research organization focusing on autistic people.

$2.0M raised
Nov 2022
Örebro, Sweden
Audio/Visual Equipment

Smartports is a company that transforms parking spaces into sustainable solar energy solutions

$1.3M raised
Nov 2025
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Biotechnology

We aim to transform how miRNAs are detected, providing simpler tools for health care and drug development professionals.

$2.6M raised
Nov 2025
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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
$2.3M
Funded Last 12 Months
10
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

2 companies
1 companies
1 companies
1 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.Toronto
3 companies
2.Vancouver
2 companies
3.Edinburgh
2 companies
4.Herndon
1 companies
5.Port Moody
1 companies

How to Find Grant Startups

Finding companies that have recently raised grant funding is valuable for sales teams, investors, recruiters, and service providers. Grant startups are actively spending their newly raised capital on tools, talent, and services, making them ideal prospects. VCBacked tracks 5,203 grant companies with verified founder contact information, updated regularly as new rounds are announced.

You can narrow your search by filtering companies by industry vertical, city or region, or by exploring specific combinations such as Grant biotechnology companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

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