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Business Innovation Funding (BIF)

Offers Business Innovation Funding, supporting Maine firms with integrated mentorship, grant support, and innovation services for scalable startup.

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Business Innovation Funding (BIF) is MTI's unified grant, loan, and equity program for Maine-based technology businesses. It consolidates the historical TechStart, Seed, Development Award, and Maine Technology Asset Fund (MTAF) programs into a single rolling application process beginning with a Startup Questionnaire.

Awards range from $10,000 to $250,000 and require a minimum 1:1 match from non-M…

AgritechBiotechClimate TechHardwareIoT & EdgeAdvanced ManufacturingAdvanced Materials

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

Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: www.mainetechnology.org