MVP Stage Grants in the United States
12 programs open right now for US-based founders.
Grants
Mozilla Foundation Fellowships 2027–2028
Deadline: Dec 17, 2026
Applicants first submit an online Letter of Intent (LOI) outlining their project, techn...
The Thiel Fellowship
Rolling applications
Prospective fellows can apply directly online through the Thiel Fellowship website by p...
The Basis Fellowship
Rolling applications
Complete the brief 10-minute online application form by sharing your background, portfo...
DIV Fund (Development Innovation Ventures) Grants
Rolling applications
Read the Request for Proposals and submit through the online portal on the DIV Fund app...
MIT Solve 2027 Global Climate Challenge
Closes Nov 6
Submit your solution through the Solve website by 2 November 2026, 12:00pm EST.
MIT Solve 2027 Global Health Challenge
Closes Nov 6
Submit your solution through the Solve website by 2 November 2026, 12:00pm EST.
The Conservation, Food & Health Foundation
Deadline: Dec 22, 2026
Grant applications are accepted twice a year for awards made in the spring and fall, wi...
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Rolling applications
Apply through the online form on DRK's website, which takes about 30 to 60 minutes. You...
Fund for Innovation in Development (FID)
Rolling applications
Apply online through FID's open call, which runs all year. Check eligibility, choose th...
D-Prize competition
Deadline: Dec 6, 2026
Applicants must prepare a concept note (2-3 pages, depending on whether they are submit...
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (America's Seed Fund)
Rolling applications
Applicants must carefully read the entire solicitation and ensure they meet all eligibi...
Autodesk Foundation Funding & Impact Support
Rolling applications
Complete the Discovery Form on the Autodesk Foundation website to begin the selection p...
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