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Innovation Ecosystem Development Program

Innovation Ecosystem Development

Provides the Innovation Ecosystem Development grant to organizations building innovation infrastructure for Maine technology firms and growth networks.

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The Maine Technology Institute (MTI) is a quasi-public corporation created by the Maine Legislature in 1999 that has deployed more than $372 million across 4,000 projects in all 16 Maine counties. Its Innovation Ecosystem Development program awards grants of up to $500,000 to partner organizations whose work strengthens the innovation infrastructure supporting Maine's Innovation-Driven Enterprises…

Grants up to $500,000 for organizations building innovation infrastructure and support services for Maine's Innovation-Driven Enterprises across MTI's seven technology sectors.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mainetechnology.org