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Connecticut Tech Talent Accelerator 3. 0: Pilot Grant Opportunity | BHEF Connecticut Tech Talent Accelerator 3. 0: Pilot Grant Opportunity This RFP closed on December 5, 2025.
Check back for information on the next round of grant-making in Spring 2026 or be added to our contact list here . The Connecticut Tech Talent Accelerator (TTA)—a partnership of the Business-Higher Education Forum (BHEF), the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE), and the Connecticut Office of Workforce Strategy (OWS)—has launched TTA 3. 0 Pilot Grants.
These competitive grants will help Connecticut’s colleges and universities expand or enhance programs that embed artificial intelligence (AI) skills into existing credentials, courses, and partnerships. The goal: strengthen the state’s AI talent pipeline and prepare learners and workers for success in an AI-driven economy. Connecticut-based public and independent 2- and 4-year postsecondary institutions are eligible.
Each proposal must include at least one Connecticut-based business partner that will contribute expertise, inform curriculum, or collaborate on work-based learning opportunities.
Award range: $10,000 – $30,000 per Pilot Grant Supplemental WIL funding: Up to $100,000 total across selected projects Grant period: February 1 – August 31, 2026 Projects should expand or refine existing programs to include AI knowledge and competencies—such as updating an AI credential, adding AI content to a non-AI program, or deepening collaboration with employers to embed AI skills in coursework.
RFP released: October 14, 2025 FAQs published: October 24, 2025 Applications due: December 5, 2025 Grant period: February 1 – August 31, 2026 Submit all materials by December 5, 2025, to techtalentaccelerator@bhef. com .
Pilot Grant Application (Word) Supplemental Fund Application (Word) Budget Request Form (Excel) Each proposal must include at least one letter of support from a Connecticut-based employer outlining their partnership role. Slides from a TTA 3. 0 Informational Webinar Recording of a TTA 3.
0 Informational Webinar Connecticut employers interested in collaborating with a college or university on an AI skills program can express interest using this form . For questions about eligibility, application materials, or proposal development, contact the TTA team at techtalentaccelerator@bhef. com .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Connecticut-based 2- and 4-year public and independent postsecondary institutions that partner with local employers. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $75,000 per project, from a total pool of $1.1 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Tech Talent Accelerator (TTA) Innovation Grant is funded by Business-Higher Education Forum (BHEF), New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE), and Connecticut Office of Workforce Strategy (OWS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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