Regional Institution Strategic Enterprise (RISE) Zone Program
The RISE Zone program connects universities, colleges, and federal-affiliated nonprofits to the communities around them, creating targeted geographic zones where state incentives, business support, and institutional investment converge to attract businesses and create jobs. Offered by Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO); applications due January 1, 2030.
Key Facts
- Funder
- Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO)
- Award amount
- Not specified by funder
- Deadline
- January 1, 2030
- Geography
- Maryland
- Categories
- Education, Community Development, Research
- Status
- Open
About This Grant
The RISE Zone program connects universities, colleges, and federal-affiliated nonprofits to the communities around them, creating targeted geographic zones where state incentives, business support, and institutional investment converge to attract businesses and create jobs. MEDCO administers the program, which operates in two stages: (1) Qualified Institution (Q.I.) designation for eligible institutions, and (2) RISE Zone designation for a specific geographic area. Businesses located in a RISE...
Full requirements and application instructions: official listing.
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