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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
$328.7M
Avg Funding
$13.1M
Global Reach
11
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Biotechnology5$2.2M
Computer1$20.0M
Electric Vehicle1$793K
Electronics1$246.0M
Animation1$1.0M
Food and Beverage1$273K
Carbon Capture1$2.8M
E-Learning1$2.4M
Health Care1$149K
AgTech1$1.9M

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Toronto2$1.9M
Dublin1$11.7M
Leiden1Undisclosed
College Park1$20.0M
Cambridge1$246.0M
Brisbane1Undisclosed
Ann Arbor1$1.0M
Berlin1$273K
Belfast1$2.8M
Valencia1$2.4M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
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
Toronto, Canada
Electric Vehicle

Plug'n Drive is a non-profit group that promotes electric vehicles for both environmental and economic reasons.

$793K raised
Apr 2026
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Electronics

CamGraPhIC designs, develops and manufactures photonic circuits for telecoms and datacoms.

$246.0M raised
Apr 2026
Brisbane, Australia
Biotechnology

Proseek is a clinical diagnostics company specialising in women’s health, specifically focusing on the early detection of ovarian cancer.

Apr 2026
Ann Arbor, United States
Animation

Adrenaline Interactive specializes in non-intrusive, native in-game advertising to enhance brand affinity, product recall, and sales.

$1.0M raised
Apr 2026
Berlin, Germany
Food and Beverage

BettaF!sh is a manufacturing company that focuses on developing plant-based tuna alternatives.

$273K raised
Apr 2025
Belfast, United Kingdom
Carbon Capture

We help hard-to-abate industries to decarbonise by vacuuming CO2 out of flue gas

$2.8M raised
Apr 2025
Valencia, Spain
E-Learning

Kokoro Kids is a kids learning application.

$2.4M raised
Apr 2024
Corner Brook, Canada
Health Care

Swiftsure Innovations provides registered nurses with the tools required to improve patient outcomes.

$149K raised
Apr 2024
London, United Kingdom
AgTech

Vertical Future is a technology company focused on building a better, more sustainable urban food production and supply system.

$1.9M raised
Apr 2024
Halifax, Canada
Biotechnology

Sona Nanotech Ltd. is a nano technology life science firm.

$40K raised
Apr 2024
Kaikoura, New Zealand

Puro New Zealand is a medical cannabis grower company.

$32.0M raised
Apr 2022
Vancouver, Canada
Advice

Libra Energy Materials is a mineral exploration company that helps in assessing acquisitions.

$144K raised
Apr 2026
Victoria, Canada
Analytics

MarineLabs provides subscription access to real-time coastal intelligence.

$223K raised
Apr 2026
Bordeaux, France
Biotechnology

Aelis Farma is a biotech company that develops pharmaceutical therapies that target chronic and neurodegenerative diseases.

$528K raised
Apr 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Lemna Bio builds AI models that explain how molecules interact, from atomic-level interfaces to biological networks.

$63K raised
Apr 2026
San Francisco, United States
Communities

CodePath is a nonprofit increasing diversity in tech by transforming CS college education.

Apr 2026
New City, United States
Information Technology

ReflexAI provides organizations with tools that transform how they train, develop, and empower their frontline teams.

$4.0M raised
Apr 2026
Marblehead, United States
Autonomous Vehicles

SeaTrac Systems develops unmanned surface vehicles for persistent in-shore and open-ocean missions.

Apr 2026
Toronto, Canada
Clean Energy

PowerBank is a clean and renewable energy company that develops grid-connected solar photovoltaic systems and community solar projects.

$1.1M raised
Apr 2026
Boston, United States
Battery

Matcha's AI-powered software manages EV charging, building energy & utility bills for multifamily in one platform.

$1.4M raised
Apr 2025
Barcelona, Spain
Biotechnology

Accure Therapeutics is a private pharma R&D engine at clinical stage in the CNS field.

$1.6M raised
Apr 2025
Chicago, United States
Leisure

Navy Pier is a non-profit company that provides opportunities to find, celebrate and experience the famous lakefront destination of Chicago.

$500K raised
Apr 2023
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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
$13.1M
Funded Last 12 Months
13
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

5 companies
1 companies
1 companies
1 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.Toronto
2 companies
2.Dublin
1 companies
3.Leiden
1 companies
4.College Park
1 companies
5.Cambridge
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 biotechnology companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

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