$100K
per applicant
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Moderate
Standard state application
Grants of $25,000–$100,000 for early-stage Minnesota technology companies with innovative products or services. Part of DEED's Launch Minnesota initiative to build a world-class startup ecosystem by providing non-dilutive seed capital for proof-of-concept and commercialization activities.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Company must be based in Minnesota
2.Must have developed a novel product, process, or service with commercialization potential
3.Grants: $25,000 (seed) to $100,000 (development) — competitive
4.Technology or innovation focus required
5.Must demonstrate market traction, team quality, and scalable business model
NDED · Nebraska
Refundable income tax credits and sales tax exemptions for Nebraska businesses making significant capital investments and creating quality jobs, with tiered benefits based on investment and job levels.
KCED · Kentucky
Provides tax incentives to new and expanding Kentucky businesses creating jobs and investing capital, including wage assessments, income tax credits, and sales tax savings on construction materials.
ACCD · Vermont
Cash incentive payments for Vermont businesses creating new qualifying jobs, calculated as a share of new payroll and capital investment over a 5-year period.