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Growth Fund
Grant · DC DMPED
Multiple grants; FY26 aggregate funding up to $1,000,000, award size varies
Closed / expected recurring cycle
We keep it here because programs like this often return. We check the official source on a schedule and update the status when a new cycle opens.
Who can apply
Occupy/intend to occupy DC commercial space; at least 5 employees; create at least 5 new jobs over two years; high-growth sectors preferred
- Deadline
- March 23, 2026
- Opens
- February 6, 2026
- Location
- Districtwide / Central Business District preference, DC
- Business
- Growth-stage startup / small business
- Documents
- Electronic DMPED application; commercial-space and hiring commitments
Entrepreneur
Tirunesh's take
Plain-languageDC's Growth Fund gives grants to small businesses with at least 5 employees who commit to hiring 5 more people over two years and occupy DC commercial space. Award sizes vary from a pool of up to $1,000,000.
Why it fits our community: Open to DC-based business owners and entrepreneurs.
Summary by Tirunesh, from this grant's details
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