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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 5,149 recently funded grant companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.

Last updated: August 2026
Total Companies
5,149
Total Funding
$614.3M
Avg Funding
$24.6M
Global Reach
6
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Battery4$539.9M
Advanced Materials3$2.4M
Automotive2$1.6M
Biotechnology2Undisclosed
Air Transportation1Undisclosed
Clean Energy1$806K
Industrial Automation1$806K
Aerospace1$806K
Chemical1$806K
Energy1$806K

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
London4$538.9M
Bristol3$2.4M
Plymouth1$1.8M
Zürich1Undisclosed
Horsham1$806K
Tunbridge Wells1$806K
Liverpool1$806K
Oxford1$806K
Pforzheim1$806K
Wolsingham1$806K

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
London, United Kingdom
Battery

Agrata's aim is to build world-class teams and provide best-in-class technologies.

$509.4M raised
Apr 2026
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Battery

Altilium Clean Technology offers transition of energy from fossil-based to zero-carbon by decarbonizing the supply of e-vehicles.

$1.8M raised
Apr 2026
Bristol, United Kingdom
Advanced Materials

Anaphite is a manufacturer of electrodes by replacing energy-intensive wet processes with scalable, low-carbon dry-coating technology.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Zürich, Switzerland
Air Transportation

Avientus is a revolutionary drone network with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capabilities to autonomously transport.

Apr 2026
Horsham, United Kingdom
Clean Energy

Botanic Energy is a clean energy startup classified under engineering design activities for industrial processes.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom

Brim Chargers provides all the ongoing software and hardware support to make new homeowners journey into the EV future as smooth.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Industrial Automation

CNC Robotics offers bespoke robotic systems that machine a diverse range of components, prototypes and sculptures.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Bristol, United Kingdom
Aerospace

Electric Aviation Group is an aerospace company that develops hydrogen-hybrid and electric powertrain systems.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Oxford, United Kingdom
Chemical

FluoRok is revolutionizing the way fluorochemicals are produced globally.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
London, United Kingdom
Battery

Gaussion develops a novel solution using an external magnetic field to enhance battery performance.

$27.8M raised
Apr 2026
Pforzheim, Germany
Advanced Materials

HyProMag aim is to develop a full recycling supply chain for rare earth magnets based upon neodymium iron boron (NdFeB).

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Bristol, United Kingdom
Advanced Materials

Revolutionary production equipment for the manufacturing of advanced carbon fibre composite parts.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
London, United Kingdom
Automotive

IONETIC creates custom battery packs for electric vehicles using software-driven design and manufacturing technologies.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Wolsingham, United Kingdom
Energy

Northern Lithium is a mineral exploration and development company that focuses on providing a secure domestic supply of lithium.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Santa Rosa, United States
Delivery Service

Onward provides SAAS + Rides for older adults & people with disabilities, ensuring access to healthcare, social, & daily needs.

$1.9M raised
Apr 2026
Wales, United Kingdom
Automotive

Pareta innovations helps to meet the world's carbon reduction targets with their technologies.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Oklahoma City, United States
Biotechnology

Progentec is engaged in state of the art diagnostic interventions in therapeutic areas with a high level of unmet need.

Apr 2026
Hamburg, Germany
3D Technology

ROCKFISH Games is a new gaming studio specialized in high-quality 3D video games for PC and console.

$9.3M raised
Apr 2026
Shipston On Stour, United Kingdom
3D Printing

RYSE 3D Ltd specializes in production 3D printing and offers CAD design and engineering services.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
London, United Kingdom
Battery

Sention Technologies is a battery cell intelligence firm that uses advanced diagnostic techniques and machine learning.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Mount Kisco, United States
Cloud Computing

CloudBank simplifies accounting processes and helps optimize researchers' resource usage.

$20.0M raised
Apr 2025
Coventry, United Kingdom
Education

Coventry College is an education management company. It provides exceptional education, skills, and training to meet the needs.

$1.7M raised
Apr 2025
Dublin, Ireland

HAON Life Sciences is developing innovative cell therapies with primary research targeting a devastating pediatric condition called (HIE).

$11.7M raised
Apr 2025
Leiden, The Netherlands
Biotechnology

Batavia Biosciences focuses on accelerating the transition of biopharmaceutical product

Apr 2024
College Park, United States
Computer

IONQ offers enterprise-grade quantum systems designed for businesses seeking to harness the power of quantum computing in their operations.

$20.0M raised
Apr 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 5,149 grant companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$24.6M
Funded Last 12 Months
21
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

4 companies
3 companies
2 companies
2 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.London
4 companies
2.Bristol
3 companies
3.Plymouth
1 companies
4.Zürich
1 companies
5.Horsham
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 5,149 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 battery companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

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