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Advantage Maryland (MEDAAF) – Discretionary Incentive for Manufacturing Projects
Maryland's primary discretionary incentive fund providing grants and loans for strategic economic development projects including manufacturing; confirmed as one of the five programs generating the most jobs in FY2025; used for large-scale manufacturing investments that create significant employment and economic impact; negotiated project-by-project with Maryland Department of Commerce.
About this program
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Eligibility
Manufacturers and other businesses making significant capital investments in Maryland that create or retain jobs; discretionary awards require Commerce Secretary approval; priority for projects with high economic impact.
Requirements
- Contact Maryland Department of Commerce at commerce.maryland.gov to initiate project discussions
- Discretionary award; not a formula-based program
- Demonstrate significant capital investment, job creation, and strategic benefit to Maryland