Regional Priority Grant Program Request for Proposals
The Regional Priority Grant Program by Massachusetts Technology Collaborative funds collaborative innovation projects that drive regional economic growth and job creation across Massachusetts.
Funder: Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Due Dates: Rolling submission (proposals accepted anytime)
Funding Amounts: Awards up to $150,000; larger awards considered for exceptional projects
Summary: Supports collaborative, innovation-driven initiatives that stimulate economic growth and job creation across Massachusetts regions.
Key Information: Only not-for-profit organizations (incl. municipalities, economic development agencies, industry associations, educational institutions) are eligible; industry partners required but cannot be direct recipients.
Description
The Regional Priority Grant Program, administered by the Innovation Institute at the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, aims to boost innovation-based economic development across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This program seeks creative, collaborative proposals from local and regional leaders that improve the conditions for economic growth, not just for single projects but for entire regions, industry clusters, or the state as a whole. Emphasis is placed on initiatives that organize and align resources for multi-party, cross-sector collaborations, leveraging public funding with private and nonprofit contributions to develop, retain, and grow regional employment.
Funded projects should demonstrate broad regional impact, foster job creation, and strengthen the conditions for innovation-driven growth. The program particularly welcomes seed investments for pilots and novel experiments, but will also consider larger-scale efforts that justify exceptional need and impact.
