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No open calls for submissions at this time. Innovation Matching Grants Program exists but no active cycle.
The New York Empire State Development Innovation Matching Grant is a program from New York Empire State Development (NYSTAR) that supports technology-driven economic growth by funding businesses, universities, and research institutions to commercialize new technologies in New York State.
Administered through ESD's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation, the Innovation Matching Grants Program promotes job creation and business competitiveness through the use of innovative technologies. Eligible applicants are businesses and organizations operating in New York State with a focus on innovation and technology commercialization.
Specific funding amounts vary by opportunity and are announced through Requests for Proposals on NYSTAR's submission portal. Questions can be directed to IMGProgram@esd. ny.
gov.
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Empire State Development - NYSTAR Submission Manager Empire State Development - NYSTAR Empire State Development - NYSTAR There are presently no open calls for submissions.
NYSTAR Request for Proposals and Applications Submission Portal The mission of Empire State Development (“ESD”) is to promote a vigorous and growing state economy, encourage business investment and job creation, and support diverse, prosperous local economies across New York State through the efficient use of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing, and other forms of assistance.
New York State offers resources designed to enable new and existing businesses to become more competitive through the use of innovative technologies. Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) aims to foster technology-driven economic growth in New York State by supporting innovation and commercialization of new technologies.
NYSTAR does this by providing resources, funding, and support to businesses, universities, and research institutions across the state. On this web portal, you can review and respond to Requests for Proposals and Applications for NYSTAR Programs. Please review the guidelines and eligibility criteria carefully for each opportunity before beginning your submission.
NYSTAR Opportunities Include: Innovation Matching Grants Program Program Manager: Melanie LaRose Contact: IMGProgram@esd. ny. gov New York Global Entrepreneurs Program (NYGEP) Program Manager: Toby Garcia Contact: NYGEP@esd.
ny. gov NYSTAR Cleantech Corporate Innovation Challenge Program Manager: Toby Garcia Contact: cleantech. challenge@esd.
ny. gov If you have questions regarding a Proposal, Application, or Program, please email the relevant Program Manager identified above. If you would like to learn more about NYSTAR or ESD, please visit our websites at esd.
ny. gov/innovation-development-support and esd. ny.
gov . Empire State Development - NYSTAR
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Businesses operating in New York State, with a focus on innovation and development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
This listing does not include a published deadline, but it is a periodic program. Check the official notice for the current cycle's exact dates.
New York Empire State Development Innovation Matching Grant is funded by New York Empire State Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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