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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
$22.7M
Avg Funding
$909K
Global Reach
5
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Melbourne6$4.5M
Toronto2$2.2M
Adelaide2$4.0M
Coniston1$1.5M
Perth1$350K
Gerringong1$942K
Brisbane1$1.1M
Arundel1$1.1M
Noosaville1$2.6M
Sydney1$2.5M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Toronto, Canada
Automotive

Elemental Trucks represents the future of sustainable heavy freight operations.

$1.1M raised
Jul 2025
Melbourne, Australia
Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

EnyGy is a energy innovation, specializing in higher performance ultracapacitors that utilize activated carbon and graphene technologies.

$1.5M raised
Jul 2025
Coniston, Australia
Aerospace

Gravitas Technologies mission is to translate cutting-edge materials research into commercial production.

$1.5M raised
Jul 2025
Perth, Australia
3D Printing

Hyperion Systems specializes in large format 3D printing, offering a complete manufacturing ecosystem.

$350K raised
Jul 2025
Melbourne, Australia
Biotechnology

Incisive Technologies is a medical device company that develops dental detection tools for the oral health sector.

$1.4M raised
Jul 2025
Toronto, Canada
Automotive

inMotive is a inventor company of the Ingear, an ultra-efficient multi-speed powertrain technology for a wide range of applications.

$1.1M raised
Jul 2025
Adelaide, Australia
Aerospace

Inovor Technologies is a company that provides development services and satellite mission solutions.

$2.0M raised
Jul 2025
Gerringong, Australia
Building Maintenance

Kandui Technologies focused on transforming waste into new products, particularly through the manufacturing of Green Ceramics.

$942K raised
Jul 2025
Brisbane, Australia
Battery

Li-S Energy specializes in advanced lithium-sulfur battery technology for high-performance energy storage solutions.

$1.1M raised
Jul 2025
Melbourne, Australia
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

SaaS Clinical Decision Support Software

$398K raised
Jul 2025
Melbourne, Australia
Alternative Protein

Magic Valley grows real meat from cells - no animals needed - using a new technology that’s better for the planet.

$64K raised
Jul 2025
Arundel, Australia
Manufacturing

MLB Industrial is an engineering company that specializes in the development and production of cutting-edge lithium-ion battery systems.

$1.1M raised
Jul 2025
Melbourne, Australia
Biotechnology

Neo-Bionica specialise in the product realisation of bioelectronic medical devices for use in targeted therapies and diagnostics.

$161K raised
Jul 2025
Noosaville, Australia
Animal Feed

Provectus Algae is a biotechnology company specializing in the optimization of algae to produce high-value chemicals and biologics.

$2.6M raised
Jul 2025
Sydney, Australia
Health Care

SDIP’s platform technology engages bioresorbable bone implants to mimic the natural bone remodeling to heal fractured bones.

$2.5M raised
Jul 2025
Adelaide, Australia
Machinery Manufacturing

Seed Terminator develops, manufactures, and sells weed seed termination equipment for the farming sector.

$2.0M raised
Jul 2025
Halifax, Canada
CleanTech

Sustane is a cleantech provider focused on municipal waste transformation.

$686K raised
Jul 2024
Lowell, United States
3D Printing

Z-Polymers is a clean-tech materials science company solving fundamental problems in mission-critical industries.

$300K raised
Jul 2024
Florence, Italy
Agriculture

Agrobit develops digital farming solutions using AI, AR and computer vision to help farmers taking better decisions in farm management

$65K raised
Jul 2024
Montclair, United States
Education

Engage NJ promotes a higher education civic participation culture by fully equipping and empowering all sectors.

$250K raised
Jul 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Biotechnology

Life sciences R&D, consulting and investment

$320K raised
Jul 2024
Atlanta, United States
Charity

Goodie Nation is a social impact pre-accelerator.

$150K raised
Jul 2024
Roxbury, United States

Highland Park Technologies is an R+D company focused on deep energy retrofits for existing buildings.

$250K raised
Jul 2024
Berkeley, United States
Advanced Materials

Lygos is a Specialty Chemical Company

Jul 2024
Melbourne, Australia
Automotive

Chargefox making electric vehicle charging stations.

$1.0M raised
Jul 2021
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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
$909K
Funded Last 12 Months
0
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

3 companies
3 companies
2 companies
2 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.Melbourne
6 companies
2.Toronto
2 companies
3.Adelaide
2 companies
4.Coniston
1 companies
5.Perth
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 automotive companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

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