Seeking Applications from Innovative Startups for NC IDEA MICRO and NC IDEA SEED Starting August 3rd
DURHAM, NC – July 20, 2020 – NC IDEA, a private foundation committed to supporting entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment in North Carolina, announced today that the organization will kick off its Fall 2020 Grants Cycle with virtual information sessions and office hours that will highlight NC IDEA’s two upcoming grant opportunities that support ambitious, growth-oriented companies:
- NC IDEA MICRO awards small, project-based grants up to $10K to young companies looking to validate and advance their idea.
- NC IDEA SEED offers early stage companies the critical funding they need to scale faster. The $50K grants are awarded to innovative startups with a proven concept – even if they are not yet profitable.
Interested applicants may attend any of the following virtual information sessions to learn more about NC IDEA’s grant opportunities and gain insight on how to write a competitive application. Learn more on how to apply, what NC IDEA looks for in an application and which opportunity may be most appropriate and beneficial for you and your company.
- Info Session via WEBINAR – Wednesday, July 29th at 3:00pm
- Winston-Salem Virtual Info Session at Tech Slam’N Eggs – Tuesday, August 4th
- Wilmington Virtual Info Session at 1 Million Cups – Wednesday, August 5th
- *Additional Virtual Information Sessions may be scheduled with other statewide partners
In addition to information sessions, applicants can also schedule Virtual Office Hours. To register for any of the information sessions or sign up for Virtual Office Hours, visit ncidea.org/fall-2020. NC IDEA MICRO and NC IDEA SEED grant applications open August 3, 2020 and close August 31, 2020 at 5:00pm EST.
About NC IDEA FOUNDATION
NC IDEA is an independent private foundation committed to empowering North Carolinians to achieve their entrepreneurial potential. Through our powerful combination of competitive grants and programs, and a network of strategic partners, we help entrepreneurs when they need it most. NC IDEA’s resources are highly competitive, enabling the foundation to support North Carolina’s most ambitious entrepreneurs. We believe entrepreneurs transform communities and view our work as a catalyst for positive change. Learn more at ncidea.org.
