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Arizona Innovation Challenge — Fall 2026

Awards SaaS startups a minimum $50,000 in non-dilutive funding plus three months of hands-on support in Arizona.

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Startups submit an application that is screened for eligibility; about 20 semifinalists are chosen to pitch judges, 10 advance to a finalist interview round, and up to 10 finalists are recommended as awardees. Awardees contract with the Arizona Commerce Authority, are matched with an Entrepreneur-in-Residence for three months of customized support, and receive a minimum $50,000 of non-dilutive fun

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.