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The Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program and Fund (Fund) is a financing resource to provide grants for innovation infrastructure projects intended to support innovation in an eligible technology sector.

In FY26 nearly $7 million was awarded to transformative projects that accelerate the growth of the state’s strategic industry sectors. See the press release here for more information on these projects.

Effective July 1, 2026, MEDCO will be administering the Build Our Future Grant Program, pursuant to the DECADE Act of 2026. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through MEDCO’s online portal. Resources for Applicants Authorizing legislation: HB 552/CH 430 Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about the Program and Fund should be directed to buildourfuture.commerce@maryland.gov. A member of the Commerce team will respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.

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Topic areas: Advanced Manufacturing and Industry, Workforce Development, Education and Training.

Funding amount

This grant provides Varies in funding.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no single fixed deadline.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• Not specified by the program.

Eligibility

The program did not publish a separate eligibility statement. See the official opportunity page for the full eligibility criteria.

Agency

Build our Future Grant Pilot Program is administered by Maryland Department of Commerce (MD Commerce), listed via Maryland Department of Commerce.