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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
$1.1B
Avg Funding
$43.6M
Global Reach
7
countries

Top Industries for Grant Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Biotechnology4$17.8M
Agriculture2$18.8M
Analytics2$5K
Chemical2$20.1M
Environmental Consulting2$1.5M
Manufacturing2$1.4M
Artificial Intelligence (AI)2$1.1M
Health Care2$50.0M
Business Development2$662K
Events1Undisclosed

Grant Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Bath1$14.9M
Singapore1$5K
Amsterdam1$4.3M
Chicago1$100K
Princeton Junction1Undisclosed
Cambridge1$20.0M
Dallas1$9.3M
Herndon1$255K
Sherbrooke1$736K
Ottawa1$1.2M

Recently Funded Grant Companies

Export
Bath, United Kingdom
Agriculture

Cellular Agriculture Manufacturing Hub aims to transform food production to an environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable model

$14.9M raised
Apr 2023
Singapore, Singapore
Analytics

ConfirmU is a data analytics startup specializing in alternative credit scoring services for lenders using games

$5K raised
Apr 2022
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Biotechnology

MIDA Biotech is creating an innovation platform to develop game challenging stem cell therapies.

$4.3M raised
Apr 2022
Chicago, United States
Chemical

Aeternal Upcycling makes synthetic lubricants secure and affordable with a low-cost feedstock available near you - plastic waste.

$100K raised
Apr 2026
Princeton Junction, United States
Analytics

Climate Hazard Risk Insights-as-a-service

Apr 2026
Cambridge, United States
Chemical

Lithios is a technology company that uses electrochemistry for advanced lithium extraction from tough mixtures.

$20.0M raised
Apr 2026
Dallas, United States
Biotechnology

Vaxxinity is a biotechnology company that enables the innovation of synthetic peptide vaccines to prevent or treat infectious diseases.

$9.3M raised
Apr 2022
Herndon, United States
Environmental Consulting

RESbonds provides financial instruments and technology to catalyse climate-smart investment in the water sector.

$255K raised
Apr 2022
Sherbrooke, Canada
Manufacturing

Exonetik is a company that designs and manufactures magnetorheological actuators for automotive, robotics and aerospace applications.

$736K raised
Apr 2024
Ottawa, Canada
Environmental Consulting

Food Cycle provides consumers mess-free option for diverting their food waste from the landfill and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

$1.2M raised
Apr 2023
Ames, United States
Agriculture

AgCertain offers food and pharmaceutical-grade specialty vegetable oils and glycerin.

$3.9M raised
Apr 2023
Hartford, United States
Events

Blue Planet Compost provides financial support, compost deliveries for neighbourhood gardens, and teaching about recycling.

Apr 2023
Burleigh Heads, Australia
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Tango is a SaaS platform that automates contracts and payment workflows for fractional executives and professional services firms.

$150K raised
Apr 2023
Toronto, Canada
Health Care

The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation assists communities in raising funds to advance cancer research and set new standards of care.

$50.0M raised
Apr 2022
Paris, France
Biotechnology

Cell-based alternative to fur and luxury wool

$2.7M raised
Apr 2022
Pittsburgh, United States
Health Care

Allegheny Health Network is a healthcare facility specializing in primary care, neuroscience, and mental health services.

$3K raised
Apr 2025
Salford, United Kingdom

MediaCity Immersive Technologies is a unique setting with the highest amount of creative, media, and technology enterprises.

$38.7M raised
Apr 2025
Washington, United States
Non Profit

Justice Climate Fund finance clean energy projects that promise to deliver healthier air and greener transportation.

$940.0M raised
Apr 2024
Gainesville, United States
Biotechnology

MLM Biologics is a biologic-based medical device development and manufacturing company.

$1.5M raised
Apr 2023
Bellevue, United States
Broadcasting

Chinese Radio Seattle operates as an information services provider.

$25K raised
Apr 2023
Albuquerque, United States
Business Development

Native Women Lead is a non-profit organization created by Native American Women entrepreneurs to build a connected community.

$650K raised
Apr 2023
Boston, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Reboot Rx is a nonprofit health tech startup dedicated to fast-tracking the development of affordable cancer treatments.

$1.0M raised
Apr 2023
Seattle, United States
Business Development

Georgetown Community Development provides workforce housing and community space.

$12K raised
Apr 2023
Port Angeles, United States
Manufacturing

Composite Recycling Technology Center operates to design, develop and manufacture products from carbon fiber scrap.

$647K raised
Apr 2022
Cary, United States

Immutable FDA Litigation Hold Record Compliance Suite for LifeSciences

$250K raised
Apr 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 5,039 grant companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$43.6M
Funded Last 12 Months
3
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Grant Funding

4 companies
2 companies
2 companies
2 companies

Top Cities for Grant Startups

1.Bath
1 companies
2.Singapore
1 companies
3.Amsterdam
1 companies
4.Chicago
1 companies
5.Princeton Junction
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 biotechnology companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

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