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MAIC Grants Program is sponsored by Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center. 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.
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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.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Companies and researchers in Maine's aquaculture industry. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000 - $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
MAIC Grants Program is funded by Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maine. 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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