VIPC Launch Grants
VIPC Launch Grants from the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation fund early-stage Virginia startups to accelerate science and technology innovation before MVP development.
Funder: Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
Due Dates: February 20, 2027 | April 30, 2027 | July 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: $50,000 per grant; 1:1 non-dilutive match required; ~20 awards/year; single tranche payment.
Summary: Competitive, non-dilutive grants for high-potential, pre-MVP startups in Virginia to accelerate technology development and economic impact.
Key Information: Only pre-MVP startups with minimal equity raised and limited revenue are eligible; quarterly solicitations.
Description
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) Launch Grants provide early-stage, non-dilutive funding for high-potential, pre-minimum viable product (pre-MVP) startups based in Virginia. These grants are designed to bridge the funding gap for founders who have raised minimal equity, generated limited revenue, and can demonstrate strong potential for economic impact within the Commonwealth. The program aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative technologies and foster the growth of Virginia’s startup ecosystem.
