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Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant

From Nebraska Department of Economic Development

Verified on the funder's official page

Amount
Up to $150,000Up to $150,000 per project
Deadline
Jun 30, 2027, 11:55 p.m. CT243 days left
Matching funds
You pay cash equal to 50% of the grant (25% for value-added agriculture)
Payment
Paid after you spend
Effort
Big job A full proposal and several steps.
Who
Any owner

The link goes to ne.amplifund.com.

Who can apply

  • Nebraska-based businesses with fewer than 500 employees in non-retail primary industries, adding value to products or processes in Nebraska, developing a new product
  • Cash match required (50% of grant request; 25% for value-added agriculture)
  • Reimbursement at 66% (80% value-added ag)

Manufacturing, technology, and agriculture

Can you apply?

A quick check. It does not block the apply link.

Is the business in Nebraska?
Does it fit one of these: manufacturing, technology, agriculture?
Does the size or age rule on this page fit?

Can a small business win this?

Highly competitive; DED offers pre-application guidance.

Before you apply

Contact DED before applying to confirm funds remain; rolling until exhausted.

Checked on opportunity.nebraska.gov, Oct 30 (opens in a new tab)

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Questions about Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant

How much is Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant?

Up to $150,000 per project.

When can I apply for Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant?

Apply by Jun 30, 2027, 11:55 p.m. CT. Check the official page before you apply, as dates can change.

Who can apply for Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant?

Nebraska-based businesses with fewer than 500 employees in non-retail primary industries, adding value to products or processes in Nebraska, developing a new product. Cash match required (50% of grant request; 25% for value-added agriculture). Reimbursement at 66% (80% value-added ag).

Does Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match. You pay cash equal to 50% of the grant (25% for value-added agriculture). The money is paid after you spend.

Where was Nebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant checked?

Checked on the official site on Oct 30, 2026. If anything here differs, the official page is right.