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SCRA Startup & Acceleration Grants

South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) · South Carolina, USA
Grant Applications open

On a rolling basis

Non-dilutive grants for South Carolina tech startups: a Startup Grant (up to $25,000) for early-stage companies reaching commercialization, and an Acceleration Grant (up to $50,000) for more established early-stage companies. Part of the broader SC Launch program, which can combine grants, loans and investment up to $775,000.

Programme terms

Amount
Up to $25,000 (Startup) / $50,000 (Acceleration), non-dilutive
Funding type
Grant
Stages
Idea, MVP, Early Traction
Industries
SaaS & Software, HealthTech, Hardware / IoT, AI & Machine Learning
Regions
North America
Applications
Rolling intake
Who can apply
Startup Grant - Who: Early-stage companies; Acceleration Grant - Who: Established, early-stage companies; SCRA Member Companies may apply for a variety of non-dilutive grants
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Data checked: September 30, 2026. Organisers change their terms. Check their site before you apply.

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