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Virginia Venture Partners Grants

Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
About the Grant

VIPC’s venture capital program, Virginia Venture Partners (VVP), supports entrepreneurs and founding teams building transformative companies in Virginia. VVP invests in technology, cybersecurity, life sciences, energy, and aerospace startups through grants, pre-seed, and seed-stage funding, providing the critical support needed to fuel company growth and success.

The Launch Grant is a $50,000 grant opportunity for the next generation of transformative companies at the earliest stage of formation. Companies must meet the eligibility criteria outlined. A 1:1 non-dilutive capital or in-kind match is required.

State and Industry
Ownership Categories
Grant Amount:

Up to $50,000

Application Deadline:

Rolling

Notes

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