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Find similar grantsConcept Capital program is sponsored by TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation). TEDCO's Concept Capital program provides critical early-stage funding for tech companies in Maryland to further launch and grow their businesses. It aims to support founders in the beginning stages of entrepreneurial ventures.
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Concept Capital is TEDCO's initiative to bridge the early-stage funding gap for underrepresented entrepreneurs across Maryland. The program was created to provide flexible funding and specialized support to founders, thereby ensuring they are prepared for future venture opportunities.
With a focus on socially and economically disadvantaged and rural-based founders, Concept Capital offers convertible notes ranging from $25,000 to $50,000. These funds come with founder-friendly terms (e.g. zero interest and negotiable valuation caps). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements: Maryland-based business (principal office in Maryland with 51%+ workforce in-state) Technology-driven business (non-retail focus) Founded within the last 7 years Founder or business located in a rural or disadvantaged community, or a socially and economically disadvantaged individual (SEDI), including minority, disabled, or female founders.
Beyond funding, eligible founders may access: One-on-one mentoring and advisory services Advanced software for performance tracking and investment-readiness Tailored guidance to achieve critical venture milestones Venture Development Fact Sheet
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible entities in Maryland with entrepreneurial ventures in the technology sector. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Concept Capital program is funded by TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) - Technology Assessment Phase is a grant from TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation) that funds commercialization of research technologies developed at Maryland's five qualifying universities: Johns Hopkins University, Morgan State University, University of Maryland Baltimore, University of Maryland Baltimore County, and University of Maryland College Park. The program promotes the transition of promising technologies with significant commercial potential from university labs to the commercial sector through technology validation, market assessment, and startup formation. MII expanded in FY23 to include new opportunities, and funding levels vary by phase. Eligible applicants are faculty, researchers, and technology transfer offices at the five participating Maryland academic institutions pursuing commercialization of university-generated intellectual property.
Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) is sponsored by TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation). MII is a grant program created to advance the commercialization of near-term, pre-commercial technologies developed at Maryland's research universities. It supports technology validation, market assessment, and the creation of startup companies in Maryland, including those in life sciences, healthcare, and artificial intelligence.
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