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Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant

Nebraska Department of Economic Development · Nebraska, USA
Grant Applications open

Submission Open Date - 7/6/2026 Submission Close Date - 6/30/2027 11:55 PM (CDT)

One of the most founder-friendly state grants available - non-dilutive, rolling applications, up to $150,000 in matching funds to support early-stage product development for Nebraska-based companies.

Programme terms

Amount
Up to $150,000, non-dilutive
Funding type
Grant
Stages
Idea, MVP
Industries
Hardware / IoT, AI & Machine Learning, SaaS & Software, HealthTech
Regions
North America
Applications
June 30, 2027
Who can apply
Eligible recipients include any Nebraska-based corporation, limited liability company, partnership, registered limited partnership, sole proprietorship, business trust or other entity with fewer than 500 employees that is engaged in non-retail primary industries and is adding value to products or processes in Nebraska.
Residency requirements
Nebraska, USA
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Data checked: September 30, 2026. Organisers change their terms. Check their site before you apply.

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