At a glance
Washington Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program is a Washington state competitive grant from Washington State Department of Commerce (COM) providing up to $500,000 for sector-based innovation cluster development across washington. Eligible applicants are washington nonprofit organizations, industry associations, ports and economic development councils operating sector-focused cluster initiatives. The application deadline is June 15, 2026. Apply via www.commerce.wa.gov.
- Amount
- Up to $500K
- Deadline
- Jun 15, 2026
- Type
- Competitive
- Status
- Expired
About this program
The ICAP program funds organizations building industry clusters - maritime blue tech, clean aviation, AI, and forest products - through shared R&D facilities, commercialization services and workforce initiatives. Grants are catalytic, expecting clusters to reach self-sustaining operations within three years.
Who can apply
Washington nonprofit organizations, industry associations, ports and economic development councils operating sector-focused cluster initiatives.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the Washington State Department of Commerce online portal. Register your organization, complete the online application form, and upload a project narrative, budget and supporting documentation before the deadline. Late or incomplete submissions are not reviewed.
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