Application Deadline March 31: City of Irvine Offers $10,000 Grants
Grant Funding Available for Business Support Organizations
Up to $10,000 to Deliver Programs That Support Irvine Businesses
The Greater Irvine Chamber, funded by the City of Irvine, is awarding grants to chambers of commerce, business associations, and eligible nonprofit business-support organizations that provide services benefiting Irvine businesses.
This program funds trusted business organizations to deliver training, resources, and direct support at no cost to Irvine businesses and residents.
The Grants support programs that provide direct services to Irvine businesses in one or more of the following areas:
Business Growth & Innovation
Workforce Development
Inclusive Economic Opportunity
Tourism & Destination Promotion
Business Atrraction & Retention
Eligible applicants who should apply include:
(Organizations must be formed prior to Jan. 1, 2026)
Chambers of commerce
Business associations
501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations that support businesses
Priority will be given to organizations that:
Are based in Irvine and advance local economic vitality
Demonstrate measurable impact supporting businesses and workforce development
Serve small or underrepresented business communities
Address unmet business needs and avoid duplicating existing public programs
Irvine Business Support Nonprofit Grants Application
Applications Open: February 16, 2026
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
Awards Announced & Disbursed: May 2026