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Connecticut Innovation Clusters Program
Connecticut funds cluster-based projects that strengthen high-growth industries, innovation ecosystems, and regional competitiveness.
About this program
The Connecticut Innovation Clusters Program supports consortia, organizations, and regional partners working to build industry clusters in sectors such as life sciences, climate technology, advanced manufacturing, quantum, artificial intelligence, and other innovation areas. Grants support planning, programming, infrastructure, workforce, commercialization, and ecosystem-building activities that increase Connecticut's competitiveness.
Eligibility
Eligible consortia, nonprofits, institutions, economic development organizations, and industry partners with Connecticut innovation cluster projects may apply.
Requirements
- Project must support an eligible Connecticut innovation or high-growth industry cluster.
- Applicant must be an eligible organization or partnership capable of delivering cluster activities.
- Applicant must submit project plan, partners, budget, timeline, and expected economic impact.