U.S. Small Business Administration
13 federal programs administered by U.S. Small Business Administration, sourced directly from the SAM.gov Assistance Listings catalog.
Small business development, disaster loans, and entrepreneurship programs.
Portfolio overview. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) currently administers 13 federal assistance programs listed in the SAM.gov Assistance Listings database. The portfolio concentrates in Business & Economic Development (13 programs). Each listing on this page links through to the full CFDA program detail — funding range, eligibility categories, current funding opportunities on Grants.gov, and the authorizing legislation.
Funding scale. SAM.gov publishes funding range data for 11 of 13 SBA programs. The largest award ceiling in this portfolio is $50.0 million, and the median listed ceiling is $2.0 million. Assistance Listings funding ranges represent the envelope across all awards, not the amount any single applicant can expect — individual awards depend on appropriations, the scope of the proposed project, and the evaluation score. Always cross-check against the current NOFO for the figure that matters to your application.
Who applies. Across the 13 SBA programs, the most frequently listed eligibility categories are for profit small business (8 programs), nonprofit (5 programs), educational institution (2 programs). Every applicant, regardless of entity type, must maintain an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID (UEI) before submitting on Grants.gov. Nonprofits need current IRS 501(c)(3) determination; state and local governments typically need a designated authorizing official; tribal organizations apply under set-aside provisions; educational institutions frequently need institutional pre-award offices to handle the submission. First-time applicants should allow 4–6 weeks for SAM.gov registration to validate before a deadline.
Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listings (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance — CFDA) U.S. Small Business Administration federal grant programs (CFDA codes), descriptions, eligibility, and funding categories · 2026 SAM.gov Assistance Listings replaced the legacy CFDA catalog; all federal financial assistance programs must publish here. Updated continuously as agencies revise program details.
Grant Programs (13)
8(a) Business Development Program
Developmental assistance for small disadvantaged businesses to compete in the mainstream economy.
Community Advantage Loans
Loans through mission-based lenders for small businesses in underserved markets including low-income areas.
Up to $5M
Disaster Assistance Loans for Non-Farm Businesses
Low-interest SBA loans to businesses of all sizes to repair or replace disaster-damaged property.
Up to $2M
Entrepreneurship Education and Training
Grants to develop and deliver entrepreneurship education programs for potential and existing entrepreneurs.
Up to $1M
HUBZone Program
Federal contracting assistance for small businesses in historically underutilized business zones to stimulate community development.
Microloan Program
Grants to intermediaries to provide microloans and technical assistance to small businesses and startups.
Up to $5M
SBIR Fast Track
Accelerated commercialization pathway for small businesses moving from Phase I to Phase II SBIR.
Up to $2M
Small Business Administration Disaster Loans
Low-interest disaster loans for businesses and homeowners to repair or replace property damaged by disasters.
Up to $2M
Small Business Development Center Grants
Grants to host organizations providing business counseling, training, and technical assistance to small businesses.
Up to $5M
Small Business Innovation Research (SBA)
Competitive grants to small businesses to engage in federally funded R&D with commercialization potential.
Up to $2M
Small Business Investment Companies
SBA-licensed investment funds that provide equity capital, long-term debt, and management assistance to small businesses.
Up to $50M
Small Business Technology Transfer (SBA)
Cooperative R&D grants for small businesses partnering with nonprofit research institutions.
Up to $1M
Women's Business Center Grants
Grants for women's business centers providing business training and counseling to women entrepreneurs.
Up to $250K
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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