Twice weekly, our grant curation team puts together guides to grant and loan opportunities for small businesses throughout the U.S. Today's opportunities include grant and loan programs for small business owners in New Jersey, New York and Illinois as well as women- and minority-owned businesses.

$15 Million in Grants for Businesses in New Jersey

New Jersey governor Phil Murphy has signed a bill providing $15 million in funding for relief for small businesses. The funds will be distributed through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, but specific details, such as funding amounts and eligibility, haven't been announced yet. You can learn more about the news here.

$5,000 Grants for Women- and Minority-Owned Businesses

Women- and Minority-owned businesses in the U.S. can qualify for a $5,000 grant from EnrichHER, a fintech company focused on women and people of color. The application deadline is April 23rd. You can learn more and apply here.