This program offers your business a significant opportunity to secure funding aimed at enhancing your cybersecurity measures. You can apply for funding ranging from $600,000 for small projects to $1,200,000 for medium projects. Educational proposals can receive up to $400,000, or $500,000 with collaboration, giving you the means to protect your business from rising cyber threats without the burden of repayment.

By participating, you are investing in stronger cybersecurity for your business, which can lead to enhanced protection and increased trust from your clients. You will also be part of a critical mission to address vulnerabilities in the digital space, contributing to a safer online environment for everyone. Plus, with project durations of up to three to four years, you have the flexibility to implement your plans effectively and sustainably.

This program is designed to support businesses like yours, making it an ideal chance to bolster your defenses and advance your operations. Don’t miss out on this chance to grow and secure your business's future while also contributing to broader cybersecurity improvements in the industry.

Type of Financing
This program offers grants and project funding structured in three main designations: CORE, EDU, and TTP.

Funding Amounts and Duration

• CORE Projects:
  
  • Small Projects: Up to $600,000 for 3 years.
  • Medium Projects: Between $600,001 to $1,200,000 for 4 years.
• EDU Projects:
  
  • Up to $400,000 for 3 years.
  • With collaboration between experts, funding can reach $500,000 for 3 years.
• No repayment terms or interest rates apply since this funding is in the form of grants.

Eligible Expenses
Funds can be used for a range of activities, including:

• Research and development in cybersecurity and privacy.
• Education and training related to cybersecurity.
• Transitioning existing research into practical applications.

Restrictions on Fund Use
The funds cannot be used for:

• Projects unrelated to cybersecurity, privacy, or education.
• General business expenses that do not align with the project goals.

Fees
There are no significant fees associated with the program, making it a cost-effective option for securing funding for your cybersecurity initiatives.

• Location: Business must be located in the United States.
• Sectors: Open to all sectors.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
• Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.
• Minimum Employees: No minimum employee requirement.
• Maximum Employees: No maximum employee limit.
• Minimum Company Revenue: No minimum revenue requirement.
• Maximum Company Revenue: No maximum revenue limit.

Disqualifications:

• None specified.

This program offers your business the chance to secure substantial funding to enhance cybersecurity measures. You can apply for small projects receiving up to $600,000 or medium projects up to $1,200,000. Additionally, educational proposals can receive up to $400,000 (or $500,000 if you collaborate with an education researcher). This funding can be used for various aspects, from improving existing systems to developing new approaches to protect your business against cyber threats.

The money comes in the form of grants. This means you typically do not have to pay it back, allowing you to use these funds to grow your business without the burden of debt. The duration for using the funding varies: you can work on projects for up to three years for small and educational projects, and up to four years for medium projects.

By participating, you are not just gaining financial support. You are joining a broader mission to tackle critical vulnerabilities in cyberspace. This opportunity could lead to stronger cybersecurity, enhanced protection for your business, and ultimately, greater trust from your clients. It’s a chance to invest in the future security of your operations while helping shape better practices in the industry.