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Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) Tax Credit

Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) Tax Credit

Supports young Pennsylvania technology firms in Keystone Innovation Zones through targeted tax incentives.

OpenPennsylvania Department of Community & Economic DevelopmentUnited StatesEligible in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) Tax Credit Program rewards early-stage, for-profit companies that generate revenue growth inside one of the state's designated Keystone Innovation Zones. Established to accelerate commercialization near research institutions, the program is administered by the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). Each qualifying company may claim …

Revenue growth by early-stage for-profit companies operating inside designated Keystone Innovation Zone boundaries in Pennsylvania, in KIZ-targeted industry sectors, eligible for a credit of up to $100,000.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.1 Dec 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.22 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Tax credit
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.$15M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: dced.pa.gov