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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 5,120 recently funded grant companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.

Last updated: July 2026
Total Companies
5,120
Total Funding
$101.8M
Avg Funding
$4.1M
Global Reach
8
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Houston2$5.2M
Zürich1$206K
Gent1$1.3M
Scotts Valley1$2.0M
Leeds1$354K
Ketchum1$8.4M
Markham1$4.5M
Dease Lake1$600K
Winnipeg1$420K
Waterloo1$14.9M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Houston, United States
Energy

Envana Software Solutions provides digital greenhouse gas emissions management and carbon accounting software-as-a-service products.

$5.2M raised
Jan 2025
Zürich, Switzerland
Health Care

We develop ambient acoustic artificial intelligence to empower employee health and productivity.

$206K raised
Jan 2025
Gent, Belgium
Agriculture

Sustainable plant proteins for Europe​

$1.3M raised
Nov 2024
Scotts Valley, United States
Biotechnology

Dovetail uses proximity ligation technology in genomics, providing insights into genomic structures and variations.

$2.0M raised
Nov 2024
Leeds, United Kingdom
Medical Device

Reneural builds a comprehensive stroke rehabilitation environment for physicians and stroke victims.

$354K raised
Nov 2024
Ketchum, United States
Building Material

Hempitecture develops sustainable materials, equipment, and systems for constructing buildings.

$8.4M raised
Nov 2024
Markham, Canada
Business Development

ventureLAB is a NPO that provides businesses with development solutions.

$4.5M raised
Jan 2024
Dease Lake, Canada
Construction

The Tahltan HEO Program is a comprehensve training program that covers driver's license assistance, HEO mentor training, and HEO growth.

$600K raised
Jan 2024
Winnipeg, Canada
Charity

Candace House provides a safe and comforting day refuge for victims and survivors of violent crime.

$420K raised
Jan 2024
Waterloo, Canada
Market Research

Quantum Valley Ideas Lab is an independent research facility in Waterloo, Ontario.

$14.9M raised
Jan 2024
San Rafael, United States
Energy

Marin Clean Energy is an energy-based firm that offers renewable local electricity services by reducing greenhouse emissions.

$1.0M raised
Nov 2023
Calgary, Canada
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Luniko Technologies is committed to helping businesses integrate artificial intelligence into their daily operations.

$700K raised
Nov 2023
Holte, Denmark
Biotechnology

ResoTher Pharma is a privately held biotechnology company

$2.7M raised
Nov 2023
Spokane, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Healthcare Credentialing SaaS Platform

$750K raised
Jan 2026
Surrey, Canada
Biopharma

Eyam Health concentrates on the investigation and creation of vaccines for defending against infectious diseases.

$327K raised
Jan 2026
Bellevue, United States
Consulting

ExoFusion is a fusion energy design, IP, and innovation company that offers three GTM strategies: consulting, design, and licensing.

$3.0M raised
Nov 2025
Perth, Australia
Biotechnology

Health, medical, diagnostics, biotechnology, medtech, biotech, peptide, research, immunology, clinical, healthtech

$324K raised
Nov 2025
Toronto, Canada
Consulting

Lab2Market is an entrepreneurship programme that supports researchers and students in advancing ideas toward commercial opportunities.

$32.0M raised
Jan 2025
New York, United States
Information Technology

Maven Pet is a 24/7 pet health tracker for cats and dogs, helping pet parents detect illness early and monitor wellness.

$25K raised
Jan 2025
Richmond, United States
Manufacturing

Alliance for Building Better Medicine is a globally competitive ecosystem that manufactures key pharmaceuticals in the United States.

$3.9M raised
Jan 2025
Florø, Norway
Environmental Engineering

HyFuel is a company that supports the maritime industry by manufacturing and supplying green hydrogen.

$16.4M raised
Nov 2024
Houston, United States
Environmental Consulting

Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice is connecting the dots on environmental, transportation, climate, energy.

Jan 2024
Oklahoma City, United States
Augmented Reality

Surgical augmented reality guidance software

$269K raised
Jan 2024
Chester Springs, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

inQ is an artificial intelligence driven that aims to streamline work processes and enhance efficiency.

$453K raised
Jan 2024
Lansing, United States
Association

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization based that offers training, support, and capacity building.

$2.0M raised
Jan 2022
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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 5,120 grant companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$4.1M
Funded Last 12 Months
4
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

3 companies
2 companies
2 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.Houston
2 companies
2.Zürich
1 companies
3.Gent
1 companies
4.Scotts Valley
1 companies
5.Leeds
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 5,120 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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