NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grants

Whether you have just launched a startup or are looking to grow and scale your company, NC IDEA has resources that can help in the success of your journey when and where you need it most.

Eligible applicants are early-stage, growth-oriented companies based in North Carolina. MICRO applicants are typically at the idea or prototype stage, while SEED applicants should have a validated business model and be ready to scale. Companies must demonstrate potential for rapid growth and job creation. MICRO awards $10K project-based grants to young companies looking to validate assumptions and develop a business model. SEED offers $50K grants to early stage companies, often the critical funding they need to scale faster.

Our mission is to strengthen the economy of North Carolina through a strategic combination of grants and programs, deployed directly and through a network of partners, in furtherance of our Vision to help people achieve their entrepreneurial potential.