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Catalyst Grants from the Arlington Innovation Fund (AIF) is sponsored by Arlington Economic Development. These grants are for Arlington-based startups showing promise in innovation and potential for significant impact.
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**Deadline:**20 October 2023 The Arlington Economic Development is excited to introduce the Arlington Innovation Fund (AIF) Catalyst Grant Program.
You didn't start your NGO to spend half your time hunting for funding Premium Membership handles the research so you can focus on what you do best — creating change The Catalyst Grant Program is a tool to help increase funding for early-stage technology startups through technical assistance and non-dilutive, co-investment grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000, to help companies extend their runway of funding and gain access to larger venture capital rounds to expand their customer base, employment, and operations.
* Companies must demonstrate that they have raised a minimum of $25,000, up to $500,000. Once verified, grants will be a 1:1 match up to $50,000 for companies that have raised between $25,000 and $50,000. Any company that has raised between $50,001 and $500,000 will receive a capped grant at $50,000.
* Funds awarded through the Catalyst Grant can be used for any business operation expenses incurred by the startup. Examples include machinery and equipment, office supplies, hiring consultants or advisors, purchasing of services, and tenant upgrades to commercial office space.
**Minimum Qualifications** You didn't start your NGO to spend half your time hunting for funding Premium Membership handles the research so you can focus on what you do best — creating change * Must be a registered LLC, S-Corp or C-Corp, with the principal office address in Arlington according to the Virginia State Corporation Commission (virtual addresses and P. O.
boxes are NOT ELIGIBLE) * Must be a for-profit company * Must have at least one full-time employee * Must have raised a minimum of $25,000 but no more than $500,000 * Primary source of revenue must be derived from the sale, licensure or distribution of proprietary technology * Must be current on all applicable Arlington County taxes.
**Application Requirements** * Complete an online application for the Catalyst Grant and provide the following items: * A three-minute pitch video * A business plan executive summary, no more than three pages * A copy of your most recent Arlington business license * An internal committee of AED staff, supported by a third-party vendor, will evaluate all applications for the Arlington Innovation Fund’s Catalyst Grant Program.
Only selected companies that meet the base qualifications of the program will be asked to proceed to the next evaluation stage. * At the request of County staff and the third-party vendor, applicants may be required to provide additional information prior to funding an award.
* Applications are assessed on factors, including but not limited to: * Experience of the company’s leadership * Strength of the business model * Return on investment to Arlington County * Any business not classified as a technology company will not be considered.
For the purpose of this program, a technology company is classified as a business whose primary source of revenue is derived from the sale, licensure or distribution of proprietary technology. * Catalyst Grant Program funds are awarded to a company at the County’s discretion and are based on the recommendations of the internal review committee and third-party vendor.
* Arlington Economic Development will not share confidential or sensitive information provided by the company. For more information, visitArlington Economic Development.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Arlington-based startups demonstrating exceptional promise in innovation. Specific eligibility for AI/digital innovation in sports would depend on the program's focus areas, but a company like SportAI was a recipient. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows total of $175,000 awarded across recipients (individual grant amounts not specified). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Catalyst Grants from the Arlington Innovation Fund (AIF) is funded by Arlington Economic Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Virginia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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