Federal Match Program
The Federal Match Program funds Tennessee universities' research in priority tech sectors by matching large federal innovation grants, boosting scientific competitiveness and collaboration.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Due Dates: Rolling (Apply before submitting federal grant application)
Funding Amounts: State match available for projects requesting over $1M in federal funds; typical match is >$1M per project; subject to availability and review.
Summary: Provides competitive state matching funds to Tennessee universities applying for large federal innovation grants in priority technology sectors.
Key Information: Applicants must apply for state match before submitting their federal grant application.
Description
The Federal Match Program is designed to enhance the competitiveness of Tennessee-based applications for major federal innovation grants. Administered by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD), the program provides state matching funds to public and private universities in Tennessee seeking federal support for large-scale projects. The initiative specifically targets proposals in the nuclear energy, mobility, life sciences, and advanced computing sectors. The goal is to help Tennessee universities, often in partnership with local businesses, secure transformative federal funding and drive innovation and economic growth across the state.
