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From what I understand they are very hard to get. I have never tried to get one, but a friend of mine did and he was never able to. He went to the SBA and they told him right from the start that there was almost no chance that he would get any grant money.
That said, if you are starting a business that falls within a very specific defined area that the government has an interest in and you know or get to know some people you might be able to pull it off. For example, right now the government is investing in green technology. If you have a "green" business that will create jobs and further the technology you might be able to get some grant money.
If you are just looking for some money to open a pizza parlor or start a landscaping business, I wouldn't hold my breath.
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