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Find similar grantsMaryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF) is sponsored by Maryland Department of Commerce. The Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF) offers state matching funds to private donations raised by Maryland's nonprofit institutions of higher education to establish research endowments. The program aims to foster scientific and technical fields of study.
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Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF) | Maryland Department of Commerce Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Our Alert Agency Alert will go here Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF) Maryland-E-Nnovation-Initiative-Fund-(MEIF) Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund Authority E-Nnovation Initiative Fund Program Annual Report FY2025 E-Nnovation Initiative Fund Program Annual Report FY23 & FY24 E-Nnovation Initiative Fund Program Annual Report FY2022 Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF) The Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF), administered by the Maryland Department of Commerce, offers a state match to private funds raised in support of endowed chairs at Maryland's higher education institutions.
Under the fund, $8. 5 million will be appropriated by the Governor annually. Investment earnings on the endowments will be expended to further basic and applied research in scientific and technical fields of study as specified by the bill and as determined by the Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund Authority .
Nonprofit institutions of higher education in Maryland may apply for this state funding to establish research endowments and, upon securing matching private donations, MEIF funds may be distributed to the endowments. All applications must be submitted by email in a single PDF document to [email protected] by 5:00 p. m.
on June 1, 2026.
For more information about MEIF, contact: Director, Education & Workforce Maryland Department of Commerce Application and Instructions Application Appendix: Evaluation Criteria Statute: Chapter 533 (HB 741) | Chapter 258 (HB 94) Annual Report Certification Form NIPHE Consolidated Annual Template Letter to Chair of MEIFA explaining legislative intent behind program MEIF Indirect Cost Proposal Template To date, the Program has awarded 105 awards of more than $98 million in funding to leverage more than $110 million in private donations to nineteen different institutions.
In FY 2026, the Program made 10 awards totaling $12,017,004, to 9 different institutions. The first round of awards were made in July 2025, with additional awards made in January 2026.
FY2026 recipients included: Johns Hopkins University - $2,750,000 Loyola University Maryland - $1,500,000 Maryland Institute College of Art - $500,000 McDaniel College - $2,000,000 University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science - $1,000,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $2,000,000 In FY2025, the Program made 10 awards totaling $9,750,000, to six different institutions.
The first round of awards were made in July 2024, with an additional award made in January 2026.
FY2025 recipients included: Bowie State University - $500,000 Johns Hopkins University - $3,250,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $2,000,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore County - $1,000,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $2,000,000 Washington College - $1,000,000 In FY2024, the Program made 7 awards totaling $7,500,000, to three different institutions.
The first round of awards were made in June 2023, with an additional award made in November 2023. FY2024 recipients included: Johns Hopkin s University - $3,750,000 Loyola University Maryland - $1,000,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $2,750,000 In FY2023 the program made 9 awards totaling $8,282,825 to eight different institutions. The awards were made in July 2022.
FY2023 recipients included: Johns Hopkins University - $1,800,000 Morgan State University - $1,000,000 Mount St. Mary's University - $200,000 Notre Dame of Maryland University - $1,500,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $500,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $1,000,000 Washington College - $1,782,825 In FY2022 the program made 14 awards totaling $13,600,000 to nine different institutions.
The first round of awards were made in August 2021, with additional awards made in February 2022.
FY2022 recipients included: Bowie State University - $500,000 Goucher College - $1,000,000 Hood College - $1,510,000 Johns Hopkins University - $2,950,000 Morgan State University - $3,000,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $1,250,000 University of Maryland Baltimore County - $1,000,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $1,140,000 Washington College - $1,250,000 In FY2021 the program made 8 awards totaling $7,550,000 to seven different institutions.
The first round of awards were made in August 2020, with additional awards made in December 2020.
FY2021 recipients included: Bowie State University - $500,000 Goucher College - $1,000,000 Hood College - $1,000,000 Johns Hopkins University - $900,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $2,275,000 Maryland Institute College of Art - $500,000 University of Maryland Baltimore County - $900,000 In FY2020 the program made 8 awards totaling $8,500,000 to six different institutions.
The first round of awards were made in June 2019, with additional awards made in November 2019. FY2020 recipients included: Johns Hopkins University - $1,200,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $1,143,500 University of Maryland, College Park - $2,256,500 University of Maryland, Eastern Shore - $2,000,000 Loyola University Maryland - $500,000 Washington College - $1.
0 million In FY2019 the program made 10 awards totaling $9,500,000 to eight different institutions. The first round of awards were made in July 2018, with additional awards made in January 2019. FY2019 recipients included: Hood College - $1.
0 million Johns Hopkins University - $800,000 Maryland Institute College of Art - $500,000 Mount St. Mary’s University - $1. 0 million Towson University - $500,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $2,986,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $1,714,000 Washingto n College - $1.
0 million In FY2018, the Program made 8 awards totaling $8,020,000, to four different institutions. The first round of awards were made in June 2017, with additional awards made in November 2017.
FY2018 recipients included: College of Southern Maryland - $500,000 Johns Hopkins University - $3,000,000 University of Maryland, Baltimore - $1,420,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $3,100,000 In FY2017, the Program made 9 awards totaling $8,499,500, to six different institutions. The first round of awards were made in June 2016, with additional awards made in December 2016.
FY2017 recipients included: Johns Hopkins University - $1,375,000 Stevenson University - $1,180,000 (funds were returned) University of Maryland, Baltimore - $1,944,000 University of Maryland, College Park - $2,112,500 Washington College - $944,000 In FY2016, the Program made 9 awards totaling $8,318,750, to five different institutions. The first round of awards were made in June 2015, with additional awards made in November 2015.
FY2016 recipients included: Johns Hopkins University - $2,106,250 Morgan State University - $1,000,000 (cancelled) University of Maryland, Baltimore - $2,106,250 University of Maryland, College Park - $2,106,250 Washington College - $1,000,000
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit institutions of higher education in Maryland may apply for state funding to establish research endowments matching private contributions. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $12,017,004 total (FY2026); individual awards $500,000–$2,750,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Maryland Biotechnology Investment Incentive Tax Credit (BIITC) is a program from the Maryland Department of Commerce that funds investment in early-stage Maryland biotechnology companies through refundable income tax credits. Investors receive a credit equal to 33% of eligible investments up to ,000, or 50% up to ,000 for companies in Allegany, Dorchester, Garrett, or Somerset counties. Enhanced credits of 65–75% (up to ,000) are available for Opportunity Zone and RISE Zone investments. Eligible investors must contribute a minimum of ,000; eligible companies must have fewer than 50 full-time employees and be headquartered in Maryland. Form B QMBC applications are due March 31, 2026; investor applications are due April 30, 2026.
Advantage Maryland (MEDAAF) is a grant from Maryland Department of Commerce that provides flexible financing to support significant economic development initiatives across the state. Offered through the Maryland Economic Development Assistance Authority and Fund, the program delivers conditional grants, loans, and investments via five distinct financing capabilities, including strategic and local economic development opportunities, direct assistance to jurisdictions, and regional revolving loan funds. Eligible industry sectors include aerospace, biotechnology, cybersecurity, renewable energy, distribution, and businesses with U.S. or regional headquarters in Maryland. Projects must include a County Resolution and fall within Priority Funding Areas. MEDAAF is a powerful tool for businesses and local governments pursuing large-scale economic growth and job creation in Maryland.