Rockville-Bethesda Business Grants by Industry
Compare local funding paths for Rockville-Bethesda businesses across technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and other high-intent categories.
Provincial Programs Available in Rockville-Bethesda
These state-level and provincial grant programs are active and open to qualified businesses operating in the Rockville-Bethesda area:
Biotech Innovation Incentive Tax Credit (BIITC)
Agency: Maryland Commerce
This is one of the most generous angel incentives in the country. It offers a refundable income tax credit equal to 50% of an investment in a qualified biotech company (up to $250k credit). If the investor has no tax liability, the state cuts them a check.
Cybersecurity Investment Incentive Tax Credit (CIITC)
Agency: Maryland Commerce
A sister program to the BIITC, targeting the cyber sector. It offers a 33% refundable credit to investors (50% if in certain zones/founders). It helps cyber startups raise early capital by de-risking the investment.
TEDCO Builder Fund
Agency: TEDCO
TEDCO is the state's venture arm. The Builder Fund specifically targets socially or economically disadvantaged founders, offering pre-seed money and executive support to get them to the next level.
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Technology Startups
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Agriculture and Farming
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Manufacturing
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Healthcare and Medical
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Clean Tech and Energy
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Women-Owned Businesses
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Restaurants and Hospitality
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Retail and Main Street
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Non-profits and Social Enterprises
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Veteran-Owned Businesses
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Minority and BIPOC Founders
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Arts and Entertainment
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Education and EdTech
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Supply Chain and Logistics
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Local Trades and Construction
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