Equipment grants that help businesses start, grow, and scale.
The Charter Fund awards equipment grants to small business owners and entrepreneurs, so they have the tools they need to build a stronger future.

How it works
A simple process, transparent from application through delivery.
Create Account
Sign up and complete your profile.
Apply for a Grant
Choose a grant and submit your application.
Review Process
Our team reviews your application and documents.
Get Approved
Sign your grant agreement to begin fulfillment.
Receive Equipment
Your equipment ships directly to you.
Open grants
View All Grants →Home Office Launch Grant
For freelancers and solo entrepreneurs setting up or upgrading a home office, laptops, desks, monitors, and the basics needed to work professionally from home.
Creative Studio Equipment Grant
For photographers, videographers, and other creative professionals who need cameras, lighting, or editing equipment to grow their studio work.
Retail & Storefront Equipment Grant
For retail shop owners and small storefront businesses who need point-of-sale systems, displays, or other equipment to run their store.
Tech & Digital Tools Grant
For freelance developers, IT consultants, and digital service providers who need computers, servers, or specialized software licenses to scale their work.
About the program
Equipment, not cash
Approved applicants receive laptops, cameras, furniture, and other tools directly.
Who can apply
Small business owners and entrepreneurs across the US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Western and Northern Europe.
A transparent pipeline
Every application moves through a clear status, from submission through delivery.
Success stories
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Thomas Robinson
“The new power sander has made finishing my furniture so much easier. Every piece comes out smoother, I spend less time on each project, and I can focus more on craftsmanship instead of fighting with outdated tools”

Victoria Evans
“The new camera setup has taken my work to another level. My footage is smoother, my clients are happier, and I've been able to book projects that I couldn't confidently take on before”

Grace Morgan
“Working with a proper drawing tablet has completely transformed my creative process. Ideas that used to take hours now come together naturally, and my clients can immediately see the difference in the quality of my work”
