This program presents a fantastic chance for your business to enhance its research capabilities and forge valuable partnerships. With access to funding for innovative research projects, you'll be better equipped to address local science and technology needs. This support is not just about funding; it’s about positioning your business within the larger STEM ecosystem, ensuring a competitive edge and growth potential.

Participating in this program allows you to develop a skilled workforce and promote diversity and inclusion in your organization. You'll also have the opportunity to create sustainable networks that benefit both your business and the broader community. The program is designed with flexibility in mind, making it accessible for businesses of all sizes and stages. By engaging in these initiatives, your business can not only thrive now but also establish a lasting impact in your research jurisdiction.

This program offers grants aimed at enhancing research capacity and competitiveness.

Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:

• Grants typically do not require repayment. You receive the funds without any strings attached, as long as you meet the program's guidelines.

Eligible Expenses:

• Funding can be used for:
  • Research capacity building within specific topics.
  • Workforce development related to project outcomes.
  • Activities promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Projects that integrate research with societal impacts.
  • Sustainability initiatives to maintain the outcomes after the grant period.

Non-Eligible Expenses:

• Funds cannot be used for:
  • General administrative costs unrelated to the project.
  • Costs that do not directly support the goals of the program.

Fees:

• There are no direct fees associated with the grant application or funding process.

• Location: Must be based in EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions (states, territories, and commonwealths).
• Sectors: Open to all sectors, including industry and non-profit.
• Employees: No minimum or maximum employee requirements.
• Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
• Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifications: None listed.

This program offers a unique chance for your business to improve its research capabilities and build valuable partnerships. You can receive funding to support innovative research projects that align with science and technology needs in your area. This support is geared towards enhancing the competitiveness of businesses like yours in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

You will have the opportunity to develop a skilled workforce and foster a culture of diversity and inclusion within your organization and the broader community. With this program, you can create sustainable networks that will help your business thrive in an evolving research landscape. The goal is to ensure that the benefits of the program last beyond the funding period, so you can continue to grow and succeed.

The funding conditions are designed to be flexible, with no strict revenue or employee limits. This means whatever the size or stage of your business, you can leverage this opportunity. By participating, you can help transform the research capacity of your jurisdiction while driving your business forward.