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Small Business Grants

The Herkimer County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to offering our members a space to access information regarding available grants. See the list below!

Grant Information

Small Business Grants

Hustlers MicroGrant

Status: Open Applications
Description: Provides aspiring entrepreneurs with startup materials and resources.

Apply: https://www.hersuitespot.com/hustlersgrant/

2025-2026 NYS Companion Animal Capital Projects

Status: January 30, 2026 / 04:00 PM

Description: NYS Dept of Ag & Mkts invites eligible municipal and incorporated not-for-profit pounds, shelters, humane societies and rescue facilities (excluding rescues operating from a residence) to submit proposals for funding consideration.

Apply: https://agriculture.ny.gov/funding-opportunities

Specialized Business Programs

Sephora Accelerate

Status: Check site for 2025 dates (Typically opens in October)

Description: For early-stage, merchandise-based beauty brands (skincare, fragrance, etc.).

Apply: https://sephoraaccelerate.com/

Women & Minority-Owned Business Grants

Women's Net Amber Grant

Status: Open Monthly

Description: Monthly grants for women-owned and startup businesses, plus 12 annual category awards

Apply: https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-amber-grant/

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