LaunchLNK Grant Program 2026

About

The LaunchLNK Grant Program offers high-growth startups in Lincoln, Nebraska, the opportunity to receive $20,000 in equity-free funding along with $15,000 worth of business support services, aimed at accelerating their growth and positively impacting the local economy.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Each selected startup receives $20,000 in equity-free grant funding.
• 🎓 Business Support Services
• Access to approximately $15,000 worth of business support services, including accounting, tax, legal assistance, and more.
• 🌐 Network Access
• Connections to potential capital sources, mentors, and customers.
• 📈 Economic Development
• Contributes to local economic growth and the development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to high-growth potential startups establishing or expanding their business in Lincoln, Nebraska.
• 💼 Business Stage
• Must be a startup with high growth potential.
• 📈 Economic Impact
• Preference given to companies that can positively impact Lincoln's economy by increasing revenue, creating jobs, or attracting capital investment.

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Presence
• Must be establishing or expanding business operations in Lincoln, Nebraska.
• ⏰ Application Requirement
• Complete the application process by the deadline of January 20, 2026.

Target Region

Open to startups in Lincoln, Nebraska

Target Sector

Focused on high-growth technology and business innovation