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Innovate ND

North Dakota Department of Commerce · North Dakota, USA
Grant Applications closed

Closed for the 2025-2027 biennium

Voucher-based reimbursement program for North Dakota entrepreneurs - up to $50,000 across two $25,000 phases, funding customer and market research with hands-on coaching from regional entrepreneur centers. Recurring biennial program; check the current application window before applying.

Programme terms

Amount
Up to $50,000, non-dilutive
Funding type
Grant
Stages
Idea, MVP
Industries
SaaS & Software, AI & Machine Learning, E-commerce & Consumer, B2B / Enterprise
Regions
North America
Applications
Rolling intake
Who can apply
North Dakota-based business with at least one founder residing in the state. The business is headquartered in North Dakota and is registered and in good standing with the North Dakota Secretary of State's Office. The business is scalable with potential to become a certified primary sector business. Retail, hospitality, and local service-based ventures are not eligible.
Residency requirements
North Dakota, USA
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