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Pava LaPere Innovation Acceleration Grant Program

Hello Retriever Entrepreneurs! 

Here’s your chance to win a $50,000 grant through the Pava LaPere Innovation Acceleration Grant Program. The State of Maryland is offering nine $50,000 awards to student-led ventures from postsecondary institutions within the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson area. If selected, you’ll have the opportunity to present your venture at the MD Student Venture Showcase in February.

To be eligible, your team must have at least one member enrolled at a Baltimore-Towson-Columbia MSA institution. Your venture should be tech-enabled, leveraging innovation to build or improve a product or service. Additionally, your business must be incorporated as a for-profit entity within 60 days of receiving the award.

Don’t worry about having a polished pitch—just submit your intent to participate by November 8th! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to kevinf@umbc.edu. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to take your venture to the next level!

Posted: October 17, 2024, 9:52 AM