Funding Documents
Download and complete the application that corresponds to the stage of funding you seek. Follow the instructions on pages 1-2 of each application; your proposal must be completed in the application file, not developed in a separate document.
Funding Applications
Questions about any document? Email Andrew Short. New to the process? Start with How to Apply.
Exploratory Grant Application
Up to $10K, rolling submission. Supports focused go/no-go questions about technical feasibility, early customer discovery or lightweight whitespace analysis.
Development Grant Application
Up to $250K, with 6 review cycles per year. Used to advance commercialization or startup formation through a defined set of milestones.
Commercialization Loan Application
Includes the checklist for required due diligence documents.
Forms
Project Extension Request Form / Guidelines
PIs must complete and email this form to grants@gra.org to apply for a project extension.
6-Month Project Update Form
A required progress report for every grant-funded project, submitted 6 months after funding and every 6 months thereafter while the grant is active, including any extension period.
Program Guides
University Representative Guide
How to identify, shape and submit strong, commercialization-focused proposals aligned with GRA's I&E program.
Faculty Guide to Grant Proposals
How to determine fit, define strong translational milestones and apply for GRA Innovation & Entrepreneurship funding.
QuickBase Guide for University Reps
How to submit proposals via I&E's QuickBase app.
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