Federal programSmall business

Fair Chance Business Pledge Grants

Run by Various Federal Agencies + Private Funders, a federal agency

Grant programs specifically supporting entrepreneurs with criminal records to start or grow businesses. Includes SBA microloans with fair-chance lending policies.

Award: Varies, $5,000–$50,000
Deadline: Rolling
Run by: Various Federal Agencies + Private Funders; Federal

Who it's for

History of criminal record
Business owner or aspiring entrepreneur
US citizen or resident

Various Federal Agencies + Private Funders decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at sba.gov

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Fair Chance Business Pledge Grants is one option. What else may help?

Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Various Federal Agencies + Private Funders decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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