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Advanced Industries Proof of Concept Grant

Funds Colorado research institutions translating applied innovations into commercial technologies.

The Advanced Industries Proof of Concept Grant is Colorado OEDIT's state program for research institutions that want to commercialize applied research in the state's advanced industries. It sits in the same family as the Early-Stage Capital and Retention Grant, but it is built for universities and approved federal labs rather than operating companies.

Awards go up to $150,000, and the program req…

AerospaceAIBiotechEnergy TechHardwareAdvanced Manufacturing

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

Last verified: 28 May 2026Source: oedit.colorado.gov