# FundingCake - Startup Grants with Rolling Applications

> Curated directory of non-dilutive startup grants with rolling applications.

This guide from FundingCake curates non-dilutive startup grants, microgrants, and fellowship programs that accept applications year-round. It helps early-stage founders find open capital opportunities without worrying about rigid annual submission deadlines. Each entry outlines target demographics, grant amounts, and direct links to apply.

Website: https://fundingcake.com/startup-grants-funding-programs-with-rolling-applications

## What it is for

- Find equity-free grants that accept submissions year-round
- Identify microgrants for women, minority, or regional business owners
- Apply for tech founder fellowships like Z Fellows and Magnificent Grants

## Features

- Focus on rolling, year-round application deadlines
- Funding ranges from $500 microgrants up to $500,000 innovation funds
- Targeted breakdown by founder profile and location
- Direct outbound application links for each listed program

## Pricing

Free to read and access application links

## Details

- Type: Website
- Category: [Business & Money](https://xiry.app/topics/business-money.md)
- Open source: no
- Platforms: Web
- For: Early-stage startup founders, small business owners, and technical builders looking for equity-free capital.
- Alternative to: Grants.gov, OpenGrants
- Tags: grants, funding, startups, microgrants, directories, non dilutive

## Why it was saved

- [@FounderEric, 27 May 2026](https://x.com/FounderEric/status/2059447773305491966): Consolidates grant funding programs in one page so founders don't have to hunt for open, no-equity funding options.

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Updated 10 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/fundingcake-startup-grants-with-rolling-applications

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