Skip to main content

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
$67.8M
Avg Funding
$2.7M
Global Reach
4
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Battery4$4.2M
Automotive3$2.4M
Biotechnology2$15.0M
Advanced Materials1$806K
Artificial Intelligence (AI)1$5.0M
Energy1$806K
Clean Energy1$806K
Mining1$940K
Electronics1$806K
3D Printing1$806K

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
London3$2.4M
Bristol2$1.6M
Leatherhead1$806K
Oklahoma City1Undisclosed
Niles1$5.0M
New York1$15.0M
Wolsingham1$806K
Horsham1$806K
Bishop Auckland1$940K
Tunbridge Wells1$806K

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Leatherhead, United Kingdom
Battery

Sunswap designs, develops, and manufactures batteries and solar-powered transport refrigeration units.

$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
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
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
Niles, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Sibel Health is a medical technology company focused on delivering FDA-cleared clinical solutions to improve patient outcomes.

$5.0M raised
Apr 2026
New York, United States
Biotechnology

Sparian Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company.

$15.0M 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
London, United Kingdom
Battery

Altilium Metals proprietary recycling process extracts strategic metals from spent electric vehicle batteries.

$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
Horsham, United Kingdom
Clean Energy

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

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom
Mining

Weardale Lithium is a natural resources company focused on producing lithium from underground geothermal water.

$940K 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
Wales, United Kingdom
Automotive

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

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Exeter, United Kingdom
Automotive

Tribol Braking is a performance braking company.

$806K raised
Apr 2026
Buckley, United Kingdom
Electronics

RAM Innovations specialises in packaging and manufacturing services for the electronics and semiconductor industries.

$806K 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
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
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
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
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
Zürich, Switzerland
Air Transportation

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

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
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
Showing 2276 to 2300 of 5,039 companies

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
$2.7M
Funded Last 12 Months
23
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

4 companies
3 companies
2 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.London
3 companies
2.Bristol
2 companies
3.Leatherhead
1 companies
4.Oklahoma City
1 companies
5.Niles
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 5,039 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.

For a broader view of the startup funding landscape, explore all funding stages or browse companies by our full company directory. Whether you are looking for early-stage startups to invest in or growth-stage companies to sell to, VCBacked provides the data you need to identify and connect with the right companies.

Ready to Connect with Grant Startups?

Perfect for: B2B sales teams targeting grant companies, investors exploring opportunities, and service providers looking for companies that just raised capital and are ready to scale.

Get Started - Access Contact Information

Join thousands of sales teams, investors, and service providers using VCBacked