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GrantNebraska Innovation Fund Prototype Grant 2026-2027
Atlas Opportunity Score86/100
FundingUp to $150,000 per project. Standard projects require a cash match equal to 50% of the grant request and are reimbursed at 66%; qualifying value-added agriculture and qualifying Omaha Economic Redevelopment Area projects may use a 25% cash match and 80% reimbursement structure.
DeadlineRolling until funds are exhausted; current application window closes June 30, 2027 at 11:55 PM CDT.
Required next actionVerify the applicant is an eligible Nebraska-based business with fewer than 500 employees, is registered and in good standing with the Nebraska Secretary of State, and has a genuine new-product-development project. Confirm current fund availability with DED, required ownership/equity information, match evidence, and the official development budget requirements. Do not advance any submission or applicant-controlled match commitment without approval or an applicable waiver.
Current statusActiveSource verificationSeptember 22, 2026
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Strategic Alignment
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Funding Potential
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Actionability
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