VIPC Lab-to-Launch Initiative Grants
VIPC Lab-to-Launch Initiative Grants support early-stage Virginia startups with university technology licensing and commercialization activities that help companies advance toward market readiness.
Funder: Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000
Summary: Supports early-stage Virginia startups with university technology licensing and commercialization activities that advance companies toward market readiness.
Key Information: Applicants must utilize a Fast-Track License Agreement with a participating Virginia licensing institution.
Description
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) provides Lab-to-Launch grants to early-stage, Virginia-based startups utilizing a Fast-Track License Agreement with a participating Virginia licensing institution. The initiative connects university technology licensing with commercialization work, supporting companies as they move toward market readiness.
University technology licensing is central to the program. Grant funds reimburse the licensing university and may additionally support commercialization-focused activities that advance the company toward market readiness. The initiative is part of VIPC’s support for research commercialization, technology transfer, and startup growth across Virginia.
