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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
$78.9M
Avg Funding
$3.2M
Global Reach
6
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Artificial Intelligence (AI)4$5.4M
Biotechnology4$5.3M
Food and Beverage2$1.1M
Semiconductor1$15.2M
Agriculture1$500K
Data Center1$50K
Education1$1.0M
Chemical1$226K
Cosmetics1$1.0M
Product Research1$250K

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Round Rock1$15.2M
Berkeley1$500K
San Francisco1$300K
Frederick1$1.0M
Chapin1$50K
New York1$1.0M
Vancouver1$226K
Santa Clara1$3.5M
Bedford1$5.0M
Windsor1$1.0M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Round Rock, United States
Semiconductor

Toppan Photomask manufactures photomasks for the semiconductor industry .

$15.2M raised
Jan 2026
Berkeley, United States
Agriculture

Akorn uses upcycled, non-GMO corn by-products to manufacture edible coatings that make the shelf life of fresh produce last.

$500K raised
Jan 2026
San Francisco, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI4ALL is a nonprofit working to increase diversity and inclusion in artificial intelligence.

$300K raised
Jan 2026
Frederick, United States
Biotechnology

Britecyte is a biotechnology business focused on finding novel solutions In new technology for single-cell analysis.

$1.0M raised
Nov 2025
Chapin, United States
Data Center

VirtueRN develops integrated workflow solutions for the healthcare and technology sectors.

$50K raised
Nov 2025
New York, United States
Education

America Needs You fights for economic mobility for ambitious, first-generation college students.

$1.0M raised
Nov 2025
Vancouver, Canada
Chemical

Telescope Innovations develops chemical manufacturing processes and tools for the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

$226K raised
Nov 2025
Santa Clara, United States
Biotechnology

Melio provides a quick and comprehensive blood test that detects all prevalent infections.

$3.5M raised
Jan 2025
Bedford, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Rhealth is a biotechnology company that provides health management solutions based on advanced AI through a platform to hospitals.

$5.0M raised
Jan 2025
Windsor, Canada
Food and Beverage

Cedar Valley Selections produces pita chips and ready-to-eat salad dressings.

$1.0M raised
Jan 2025
Berlin, Germany
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Turing College is an online tech school for AI & Data skills, backed by Ycombinator.

Nov 2024
Philadelphia, United States
Cosmetics

Pound Cake is a cosmetics company.

$1.0M raised
Nov 2022
Atlanta, United States
Product Research

SkiiMoo Tech is a research, science, technology and engineering firm.

$250K raised
Nov 2022
Newbury, United Kingdom
Biotechnology

Esya is a biotech company that measures, monitors, assist drug development, and pre-assess patient cohorts for treatment.

$452K raised
Nov 2022
Sandwich, United Kingdom
Biopharma

AlgaeCytes uses a photobioreactor system and freshwater algal strains to produce high purity Omega 3 oils EPA.

$12.6M raised
Jan 2022
Mooresville, United States
Food and Beverage

ALLPUR Nutrition develops nutritious, chemical-free and consumer favorite beverages.

$50K raised
Jan 2022
Hagerstown, United States
Medical

Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine is a osteopathic medical school that provides physician about osteopathic medicines.

$1.1M raised
Jan 2026
Saskatoon, Canada
Mechanical Engineering

Kinemek specialises in developing novel mechanical goods and specialised equipment to solve complicated operating problems.

$324K raised
Jan 2026
Sydney, Australia
Consumer Lending

Brighte is a sustainable energy technology platform, offering sustainable energy financing solutions and energy for the home

$26.2M raised
Nov 2025
New Westminster, Canada
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

ThisFish Inc.'s mission is to drive profitability and sustainability through better data. Digital. Real-Time. Actionable.

$70K raised
Nov 2025
Dallas, United States
Communities

Dallas EDC is a non-profit organization aiming to promote competitive business and generate economic opportunities for its citizens.

$1.5M raised
Nov 2025
South San Francisco, United States
Biotechnology

Sonoma Biotherapeutics develops engineered regulatory T-cell (Treg) therapies to treat autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

$300K raised
Nov 2025
Somerville, United States
Fitness

Rendever is a research-based virtual reality platform that provides cognitive stimulation, socialization, and therapy for older adults.

$4.5M raised
Nov 2025
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Non Profit

Centro de Economía Creativa provides support to institutional and social organizations.

$2.6M raised
Jan 2025
Cambridge, United States
Dental

T33 Dental is a dental treatment and manufacturing firm developing medicines and cosmetics for oral health and hygine.

$275K 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 5,120 grant companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$3.2M
Funded Last 12 Months
14
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

4 companies
2 companies
1 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.Round Rock
1 companies
2.Berkeley
1 companies
3.San Francisco
1 companies
4.Frederick
1 companies
5.Chapin
1 companies

How to Find Grant Startups

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

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