MBIA Commercialization Innovation Grant 2026

About

A grant program providing financial support to Maryland-based startups focused on developing innovative, technology-enabled business models, helping them advance their commercialization efforts.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to $5,000 in funding per startup
• 🎓Non-Dilutive Support
  Non-dilutive financial support for startups
• 📈Commercialization Assistance
  Support for commercialization efforts to enhance market entry

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an active portfolio member of an MBIA Entrepreneurial Support Organization
• Must be a Maryland-based startup
• Must be developing innovative, technology-enabled business models

Participation Commitments

• Must submit a final report detailing the use of funds
• Participation in information sessions is encouraged
• Reviewers will assess applications based on impact and proposed use of funds

Target Region

Maryland

Target Sector

Technology, Innovation