ACCEL-KS Proof of Concept
The ACCEL-KS Proof of Concept grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce funds Kansas incubators and hubs to advance scientific innovations from concept to market-ready products.
Funder: Kansas Department of Commerce
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per award; 25% match required; annual total funding $200,000.
Summary: Provides early-stage funding to help Kansas-based incubators and innovation hubs commercialize new ideas and products.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The ACCEL-KS Proof of Concept grant is a statewide initiative from the Kansas Department of Commerce that supports the commercialization of innovative ideas and products. Its primary goal is to bridge the gap between research or concept development and market-ready solutions by providing critical early-stage funding and wrap-around support to Kansas-based incubators and innovation hubs. The program aims to accelerate the path to commercialization, strengthen the state’s innovation ecosystem, and position Kansas as a leader in business and technology advancement.
