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Seed Grants (Business Innovation Program) is sponsored by Maine Technology Institute (MTI). These grants are part of MTI's Business Innovation Program, which offers funding for technology-based startups, established companies, and research institutions in Maine. The program aims to bridge the funding gap for technologies moving from development to commercialization.
Projects must demonstrate a high potential for significant economic benefit to Maine and require a 1:1 match.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Technology-based start-ups, established companies, and research institutions in Maine. Projects require at least a 1:1 match of external funding. The total of all Seed Grant awards shall not exceed $50,000 in a 24-month period per organization or principal investigator. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $25,000 per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Seed Grants (Business Innovation Program) is funded by Maine Technology Institute (MTI). 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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