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Hartford Business Grants by Industry
Compare local funding paths for Hartford businesses across technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and other high-intent categories.
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Provincial Programs Available in Hartford
These state-level and provincial grant programs are active and open to qualified businesses operating in the Hartford area:
JobsCT Tax Rebate
Agency: DECD
A simpler, earn-as-you-grow rebate. If you create 25 new jobs paying decent wages (varies by city, but typically ~$85k), you get a rebate equal to 25% of the state income tax those employees pay. In Opportunity Zones, it bumps to 50%.
Tax Rebate (25% of Withholding Tax)Apply Portal
Manufacturing Innovation Fund (MIF) Voucher
Agency: CCAT / DECD
The MVP (Manufacturing Voucher Program) provides matching grants for buying new equipment (3D printers, CNCs, robotic arms). You put in $50k, the state puts in $49k.
Grant up to $49,000 (Matched 1:1)Apply Portal
Connecticut Innovations (CI) Equity
Agency: Connecticut Innovations
CI is the state's VC arm. They lead or follow in seed/Series A rounds. They are critical for the bioscience ecosystem in New Haven.
$500k - $2M Equity InvestmentApply Portal
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Technology Startups
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Agriculture and Farming
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Manufacturing
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Healthcare and Medical
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Clean Tech and Energy
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Women-Owned Businesses
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Restaurants and Hospitality
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Retail and Main Street
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Non-profits and Social Enterprises
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Veteran-Owned Businesses
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Minority and BIPOC Founders
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Arts and Entertainment
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Education and EdTech
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Supply Chain and Logistics
Funding guide for Hartford businesses
Local Trades and Construction
Funding guide for Hartford businesses