Discover grants for technology innovation and development, including AI, cybersecurity, software and hardware upgrades, and tech startups. Funding supports quantum technology, blockchain, clean tech, broadband expansion, and efforts to increase equity through technology access and adoption.
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International climate tech startups to participate in a contest to facilitate the environmental sustainability of a global e-commerce and technology company. Funding areas of interest include lower-carbon fuel solutions, waste opti...
Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to alcohol-impaired driving prevention technologies. The selected contractor will review related literature; compile ex...
In-kind grants of creative and marketing services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, educational, and service organizations and government agencies to improve communications and brand value. The goal of the program is to help organizations strengthen the...
Grants of up to $4,000 to Minnesota licensed childcare businesses to improve technology. Funding is intended to buy and install closed-circuit video security cameras. The camera must be positioned to provide maximum visibility of the room. If one camera is not eno...
Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to i...
Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization or IHE for programs that allow university faculty and professionals from other countries to strengthen their understanding of the United States. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take sever...
Prize of $4,000 to a USA, Canada, and International institution or individual for a project that combines digital technology and history. The purpose of the award program is to support and honor work on a media project that is open to the public. Eligible projects...
In-kind grants of products valued at up to $4,000 and one grant of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International scientists affiliated with nonprofit and educational organizations to support animal habitat conservation research. Recipients will be provided with p...
Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capacity building and operating support. Funding is intended to assist organizations that play a critical role in supporting small businesses located in historically underinvested areas, helping...
Opportunity for USA and International startups and entrepreneurs to participate in a business development boot camp and competition. Applicants must have a promising early-stage idea focused on climate change. Participants will attend a boot camp and national comp...
Grants of $20,000 and in-kind services to USA small businesses to honor their community impact. Businesses must be nominated by a third party in order to be eligible. Nominated businesses should have a history of integrity, perseverance, and positive community imp...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to create work that highlights the historical contributions of a secret army unit during World War II. Eligible project types include artistic depictions, research projects, digital representations, educat...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and nonprofit entities, including IHEs, hospitals, labs, and government agencies, for research related to neurological disease and the immune system. Ap...
Grants to Minnesota rural hospitals for projects to improve healthcare outcomes for residents. Funding is intended for projects that promote infrastructure development, workforce investment, innovation, and strategic partnerships. The goals are to improve health o...
Cooperative agreement to a USA IHE or nonprofit organization for international exchange programs related to technology and manufacturing. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to introduce cohort...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to help youth navigate digital social pressure. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz before being invited to submit an LOI. Funding is intended to address the challenges of youth and instill them with conf...
Grants to USA doctoral candidates for research related to STEM practice. Grantees will receive funding as well as the opportunity to attend research and training conferences. Funding is intended for professional development and high-level research on STEM-related ...
Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $35,000 to USA IHE faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and scholars for research projects related to education. Funding is intended to build research capacity and advance knowledge in education and STEM education and lear...
Grants to USA Tribes to plan and implement programs that employ volunteer staff to address critical community needs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for services that support veterans and t...
Grants of up to $70,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to promote the use of technology among people with disabilities. Funding is intended to support projects and activities that support technology and disability justice. Eligible projects focus o...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent researchers and nonprofit research institutions for research projects addressing practical problems related to the internet. Applicants must register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. The g...
Opportunity for USA and territories faculty and individuals at Minority Serving Institutions to participate in a challenge to address scientific and societal concerns presented by the funding source. Funding is intended to generate research and development in area...
Opportunity for North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota individual job seekers to participate in a workforce development program. Participants in the 10-week training program will receive personal career coaching, skills training in IT for jobs that are in high dema...
Grants to USA and territories agencies, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations to provide health information to people experiencing health disparities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to provide...
Opportunity for Northwest Minnesota and North Dakota job seekers to participate in a 6-week training program in the field of data analytics. Successful applicants will benefit from skills development that will prepare them for certification and improve their emplo...
Opportunity for Northwest Minnesota and North Dakota job seekers to participate in a 6-week job training program in the area of IT customer service and fundamentals. The program offers successful applicants career coaching, skills training, and ongoing support aft...
Opportunity for North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota early-career job seekers to participate in a 6-week training program in the area of data analytics. Successful applicants will gain enhanced skills development that will help prepare them for certification and ...
Opportunity for Minnesota qualifying job seekers in eligible locations to participate in a 6-week training program in data analytics and project management. Applicants must be affiliated with an eligible tribal community. Participants will benefit from skills deve...
Opportunity for USA manufacturers to collaborate with federal laboratories. Selected applicants will receive access to facilities and staff. Applicants must submit a concept paper prior to applying. The program is intended to expand the use of high-performance com...
Opportunity for USA clean technology start-ups in multiple states to participate in a business acceleration program. The program is designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs with the commercialization of new technologies. Successful applicants will have access to...
Cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and IHEs for the research and development of devices for disorders of the nervous system. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, for-profits, school districts, and Tribal organizations for research to develop technologies to treat neurological disorders. Applicants are advised that the required regi...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International companies to participate in a pitch competition related to artificial intelligence and real-world challenges. Focus areas include health, education, robotics, and sustainability. Successful applicants will pitch an in...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals, academic institutions, organizations, and professional societies in recognition of outstanding research contributions related to understanding the Earth. Awards are intended to honor research conducted using ae...
Grants of up to $8,000 to USA women to pursue advanced degrees and courses of study. Funding is intended to benefit women who seek to rejoin the workforce, pursue professional advancement, and change their field of employment. Eligible fields of study include, but...
Grants to USA, Canada, and UK nonprofit organizations for programs that help local communities. Funding is intended for a variety of activities that expand equitable access to STEM learning, enhance community green spaces and nature, and support efforts to reduce ...
Opportunity for USA and Canada entrepreneurs in eligible locations to join a business accelerator program. Funding is intended to advance water technology in the Great Lakes area. The goal of the program is to support startups working on innovative water technolog...
Grants to Wisconsin and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for capacity building in eligible locations. Funding is intended to allow organizations to thrive: through leadership development, future-focused planning, updated systems, and sector-wide collaboration. El...
Grants to USA institutions of higher education to host international scholars through residency programs. Resident scholars will guest lecture, develop curriculum, teach courses, create student exchange partnerships, and engage with the college campus and local co...
Grants to USA sixth through twelfth-grade teachers at public and nonprofit private schools to enhance science, technology, engineering, and math learning. Funding is intended to increase student success rates by introducing creative project-based learning ideas th...
Grants of $4,000 to USA and Canada grassroots groups, tribes, First Nations, and organizations to mitigate the negative impacts of mining. Priority funding is intended for projects that protect ecosystems, the environment, community health, and cultural resources ...
Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individual property owners in eligible locations for the implementation of energy-efficient improvements. Applicants must schedule an energy audit prior to applying. Funding is intended for new energy-sa...
Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, building owners, and property managers for the implementation of solar upgrades in new buildings. Funding is intended to offer opportunities for commercial and multifamily buildings to lower electricity usage and reduce...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community projects in the areas of education, healthcare, the arts, humanitarian services, environmental initiatives, and technology and research. Funding is intended for project that will meaningfully contribute to commun...
Grants to USA scholars and graduate students to support expenses of history projects conducted through interviews. Funding is intended for the costs of travel and accommodations incurred by meeting with interviewees, as well as for equipment purchases. The purpose...
Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals with disabilities to purchase technology and equipment. Funding is intended to improve the health, comfort, and overall function of people with disabilities through providing adaptive equipment and assistive technology to ...
Grants of $5,000 to USA female robotics teams to participate in a national competition. Teams must complete the competition registration before applying. Funding is intended to support rookie teams with an all-female or majority female membership by sponsoring the...
Grant to a USA or territories organization for educational projects addressing Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Applicants must provide hybrid programming at a November conference, live streaming on social media, and on-demand options for future viewing. Funding is i...
Grants to USA and territories local, state, and tribal agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs for criminal justice-related research and development projects in forensic science. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take severa...
Grants to USA and territories government agencies, IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and tribes for research projects to improve laboratory policies and protocols. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. F...