Launch Minnesota Grants
Launch Minnesota is a statewide collaborative effort to accelerate the growth of startups and amplify Minnesota as a national leader in innovation. The resources will focus on innovative scalable startups. Visit Launch Minnesota to learn more and see a list of grant recipients.
Applying for the Grants
The 2023 Minnesota Legislature reauthorized the Launch Minnesota Grant Program and funded it at $1.5 million for each fiscal year (FY) 2024 and 2025. Launch Minnesota Innovation Grants target the most promising, innovative businesses and technology in Minnesota. Together we’re working to support Minnesota startups and entrepreneurs who are solving problems and growing our state’s innovation ecosystem.
Available Funding
Launch Minnesota's FY 2025 grant funding of $1.5 million was available beginning July 1, 2024. As of October 29, 2024, $447K in funding for Business Operations Grants is available. As of September 30, 2024 funding for FY 2025 for SBIR/STTR grants has been fully exhausted.
Application Period
Applications for both grant opportunities are accepted as outlined in the respective schedule below.