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Ben Franklin Technology Partners Investment Funding is a grant from Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP) that funds early-stage technology companies and established manufacturers across Pennsylvania through investment, expert connections, university partnerships, and follow-on funding resources.
BFTP operates four regional centers covering the entire Commonwealth and is among the nation's leading technology-based economic development programs. Eligible applicants include tech-based startups and manufacturing companies located in Pennsylvania seeking investment or support. Typical investments range from $100,000 to $250,000.
Applicants should contact the Ben Franklin regional center serving their area to learn about the application process and current funding opportunities.
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Ben Franklin Technology Partners | Investing in Pennsylvania Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP) creates and retains highly paid, sustainable jobs by investing in and linking early-stage technology firms and established manufacturers with experts, universities, follow-on funding, and other resources to help them prosper through innovation.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners is among the nation’s leading technology-based economic development programs. Covering the entire Commonwealth through four regional centers, BFTP accelerates the growth of technology-based industries in Pennsylvania. Are you looking for an investment or support for your tech-based startup or manufacturing company?
Are you looking to partner with BFTP in investing in promising Pennsylvania companies? Are you interested in what BFTP has done to drive economic growth in Pennsylvania? Are you looking to learn more about who BFTP is and what we do?
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org The Ben Franklin Technology Partners is an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and is funded by the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Tech startups and manufacturers located in Pennsylvania. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000 - $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners Investment Funding is funded by Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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