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NC IDEA SEED Grant
Competitive $50,000 non-dilutive grants for early-stage North Carolina startups with innovative, scalable concepts; two cycles per year typically opening in January and August.
About this program
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Eligibility
Early-stage North Carolina startups with at least one full-time founder residing in NC. Companies that have raised over $250,000 in equity or $1M in non-dilutive grants are less likely to be considered.
Requirements
- At least one full-time founder must reside in North Carolina
- Company must be at an early stage with scalable potential
- Must not have raised more than $250,000 in equity investment or $1M in non-dilutive grants