How much funding does EmergeAZ Fast Grant provide?

EmergeAZ Fast Grant provides $25,000 - $50,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for EmergeAZ Fast Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

EmergeAZ Fast Grant

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Funding Amount

$25,000 - $50,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

EmergeAZ Fast Grant

Overview: A grant program designed to support Arizona-based entrepreneurs and startups with emerging technologies addressing current and future economic, health, or societal challenges.

Funding Source: In partnership with Governor Doug Ducey, $1 million was initially allocated to the fund.

Geographic Scope: Arizona-based startups only

Award Amount: Individual grants ranging between $25,000 - $50,000

Focus Areas:

Emerging technologies

Economic solutions

Health-related innovations

Societal challenges

Originally designed to address COVID-19 pandemic challenges (as of 2020-2021)

Eligibility Requirements

Must be Arizona-based
Must be in revenue
Must have been in existence for at least 12 months
Must have five or more employees

Program Status

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted. As of the final announcement (February 10, 2021), 33 Arizona-based entrepreneurs and startups had received grants from the initial $1 million fund.

Contact Information

Media Contact: Lorna Romero Email: Lorna@Elevatestrategiesaz.com Phone: 480-231-8930

General Contact:
StartupAZ @ Galvanize PHX
515 E Grant Street, Suite 150
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Email: generosity@startupaz.org

Partners

invisionAZ - Accelerates growth of Arizona's tech ecosystem
StartupAZ - Helps Arizona's innovative startup companies improve leadership, performance, and connections
State Partner - Governor Doug Ducey's office

How to Apply

Application Process

Rolling Basis Review: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.

Application Portal: Visit www.startupaz.org/emergeaz to apply

Required Information: The specific application materials and narrative questions are not detailed in the provided content. Applicants should visit the dedicated EmergeAZ grant page for full application requirements.

Eligibility Checklist Before Applying:
1. Confirm your startup is Arizona-based
2. Verify you are currently in revenue
3. Confirm your company has been in existence for at least 12 months
4. Verify you have five or more employees
5. Ensure your technology/solution addresses economic, health, or societal challenges

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