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Search verified grants from Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) →DECD Community Investment Fund (Bridgeport Business Alliance Grants) is sponsored by Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD). A five-year grant program supporting new and existing small businesses looking to scale. Funds can be used for operating expenses.
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Are you sure you want to log out of your account? If you do want to logout, please click "Logout". Community Investment Fund 2030 Unlocking economic potential for underserved communities Community Investment Fund 2030 Unlocking economic potential for underserved communities Community Investment Fund Community Investment Fund The Community Investment Fund 2030 Round 9 grant period will be open April 27 through June 5, 2026.
These helpful tips can help you meet the deadline: 1. Start early: Read the Notice of Funding Availability for the current Round. Review the posted FAQ document and Application Instructions.
Start the application process as soon as possible. It’s the best way to collect all the information and documentation you need, accurately answers the application questions, and meet the submission deadline. 2.
Make a plan: Spell out the work that needs to be done, determine who is responsible for what, and monitor progress. Be sure to prioritize items that may take weeks to obtain. Request a SharePoint folder through CommunityInvestmentFund@CT.
gov. 3. Download: Download the items in the right-hand column, read them, and take notes. They describe the program and the information you’ll need to provide when you apply.
Download the Word document version of the application to work on your draft. 5. Ask questions: We’ll have time to answer some questions during the webinar.
You can also schedule a One-on-One, 30-minute virtual meeting with us during open grant periods, or send us questions . 6. Be prepared: Compile your answers and documentation early in the provided Word versions of the CIF applications so you can copy & paste them into the online application form.
We encourage you to provide concise, specific, and easy-to-understand responses. 7. Be thorough: Complete your application early and take time to review it.
Make sure your answers are complete and accurate, and all required documents are uploaded to your SharePoint folder. 8. Finish early: We encourage you to complete and submit your application early to smooth the process.
CIF Round 8 Informational Webinar Slides CIF Round 8 Informational Webinar Recording CIF Round 8 closed on December 5, 2025. CIF Round 9 opens on April 27, 2026, CIF Round 9 closes on June 5, 2026 The CIF Board meets on March 10 and September 22, 2026.
Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) State Historic Preservation Office National Historic Preservation Act National Environmental Policy Act Policy and Program Guidelines One-on-One Assistance During Open Grant Periods: Email CommunityInvestmentFund@ct. gov or, during open grant periods, schedule a 30-minute virtual meeting with a CIF staff member.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Minority-owned, Women-owned, Veteran-owned Businesses in distressed municipalities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000–$25,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 5, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
DECD Community Investment Fund (Bridgeport Business Alliance Grants) is funded by Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (Phase I) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit in agriculturally-related areas. This can include app development for agricultural technology, rural development, and smart farming. Phase I aims to demonstrate technical feasibility.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by NOAA. This program provides seed funding to small businesses for research and development of innovative technologies across NOAA's mission areas, including climate change adaptation and mitigation, coastal resilience, and extreme weather events. Phase I awards fund a six-month period for conducting feasibility and proof of concept research.
SBIR/STTR Phase I Programs is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF SBIR/STTR programs provide non-dilutive funding for cutting-edge technology innovations that address societal challenges. The Space (SP) topic seeks transformative technologies for sustainable space exploration, habitation, or industrialization, which could include in-space research or manufacturing systems, microgravity applications, and photonic devices and materials.
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