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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 5,039 recently funded grant companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.

Last updated: July 2026
Total Companies
5,039
Total Funding
$31.6M
Avg Funding
$1.3M
Global Reach
10
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Artificial Intelligence (AI)5Undisclosed
Aerospace4Undisclosed
Analytics2$150K
Information Technology2$2.7M
Environmental Consulting2$11.3M
Digital Signage1Undisclosed
Autonomous Vehicles1Undisclosed
Manufacturing1Undisclosed
Cyber Security1Undisclosed
Biotechnology1$2.9M

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
San Francisco2Undisclosed
Halifax1Undisclosed
Vitoria-gasteiz1Undisclosed
El Segundo1Undisclosed
Berlin1$150K
Bratislava1Undisclosed
Chicago1Undisclosed
Cambridge1Undisclosed
Bellevue1Undisclosed
Hayward1$2.9M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

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Halifax, United Kingdom
Digital Signage

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

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
El Segundo, United States
Manufacturing

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

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
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
Chicago, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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

Jan 2026
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Cyber Security

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

Jan 2026
Bellevue, United States
Aerospace

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

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
San Francisco, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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

Jan 2026
Garibaldi, Canada
Aerospace

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

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
Torino, Italy
Aerospace

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

Jan 2026
San Francisco, United States
Aerospace

Machine sentience behind every blade of grass.

Jan 2026
Vélizy-villacoublay, France
Information Technology

Oledcomm designs and manufactures Dual Use LiFi and Laser communciations Solutions for mission-critical environments.

Jan 2026
Tallinn, Estonia
Recycling

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

Jan 2026
Montréal, Canada
Government

Dual-use, Defense Tech, Emergency Response, Climate Resilience, Deployable Infrastructure, Civil Protection, Government

Jan 2026
Aalborg, Denmark
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Robotto is integrating drones with AI and computer vision technologies being performed at edge level for a variety of use-cases.

Jan 2026
Washington, United States
Information Technology

Global Fishing Watch is the product of a technology partnership between SkyTruth, Oceana.

$2.7M raised
Dec 2025
Valencia, Spain
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence Software company focused on providing automation tools to improve customer experience and support.

Dec 2025
London, United Kingdom
Environmental Consulting

The Chancery Lane Project uses contracts to tackle climate change to turn net zero targets into actionable agreements.

$250K raised
Dec 2025
Greenville, United States
Consulting

ThreatCaptain is an information technology startup that is a financial cyber risk tool tailored specifically for managed service providers.

$50K raised
Dec 2025
Portland, United States
Association

FoodCorps strives to give all children an enduring relationship with healthy food.

$4.0M raised
Dec 2025
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Energy

Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics is a center in the field of applied laser research and development.

$10.6M raised
Dec 2025
Alleyton, United States
Environmental Consulting

Encino Environmental Services is an environmental consulting firm that specializes in emissions testing, leak detection and repair.

$11.0M raised
Jan 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 5,039 grant companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$1.3M
Funded Last 12 Months
24
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

4 companies
2 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.San Francisco
2 companies
2.Halifax
1 companies
3.Vitoria-gasteiz
1 companies
4.El Segundo
1 companies
5.Berlin
1 companies

How to Find Grant Startups

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