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MAIC Grants Program is a grant from Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center that funds applied aquaculture research to encourage industry development in Maine. Since 1989, MAIC has awarded grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000, with a required 1:1 match from applicants. State funds are frequently matched with federal government, industry, and private foundation contributions.
The program manages approximately 15–20 funded projects at any given time, covering a wide range of aquaculture innovation topics. Eligible applicants include companies and researchers proposing practical research that advances sustainable aquaculture practices and supports Maine's aquaculture industry and coastal economy.
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MAIC Grants Program | Maine Aquaculture Since its founding in 1989, The Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center has encouraged industry development by promoting applied aquaculture research. Generally, each year, MAIC has invited companies and researchers to submit proposals for funding consideration.
MAIC’s grants for research have ranged from $5,000 to as much as $50,000, and have required that applicants match MAIC resources on, at least, a 1:1 basis. The state funds administered by MAIC frequently are matched with resources provided by the federal government, industry, and private foundations interested in community economic development. MAIC manages about 15-20 funded projects at any given time.
The most recent round of funded research can be found by clicking here. A summary of past funded research projects may be found here. In 2013 & 2014, MAIC in collaboration with the Maine Aquaculture Association and Maine Sea Grant conducted a survey of R&D needs to advance the Maine industry.
Click on one of the industry sectors ( finfish , shellfish & Algae Survey ) to view the results.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Companies and researchers in Maine's aquaculture industry. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $5,000 - $50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Community Engagement Event Grants is a grant from Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center (MAIC) that funds events and activities that engage the public in aquaculture and connect Maine aquaculture farmers with their communities. All Maine aquaculture farmers are eligible to apply. The program is part of a broader suite of MAIC funding opportunities that also includes Business and Economic Research, Farmer to Farmer Exchange, Aquaculture Business Development Grants, and Rapid Response Funding. MAIC's portfolio supports aquaculture innovation driven by Maine farmers through multiple targeted funding streams, with Community Engagement grants specifically aimed at building awareness, industry connections, and public understanding of Maine's aquaculture sector.
Aquaculture Business Development Grants is sponsored by Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center (MAIC). These grants are intended to build upon the Business & Economic Research Program and the Farmer to Farmer Exchange Program by providing funding for businesses to further explore market research, the transfer and/or adoption of new technologies or practices into their business, o…
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Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.