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

Learn More and Apply