FY25 Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund (ARDEF) Program
The Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund (ARDEF), established under the Alabama Innovation Act (AIA) by Legislative Act #2019-404, aims to stimulate research and development within Alabama to create employment opportunities and enhance products and services for its citizens. The program supports new and ongoing research and development projects in partnership with private sector applicants and emphasizes financial commitments from industry partners. ARDEF prioritizes projects that demonstrate significant potential for economic impact, particularly benefiting small- and medium-sized businesses, and improving the state's employment landscape and available services. Grant renewed every year.
Award Range
Not specified - $970,000
Total Program Funding
$4,850,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
Yes - 50% match required.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Eligible research entities must partner with private sector applicants and demonstrate activities that align with specified NAICS codes, focusing on research and development that benefits Alabama’s economy and employment.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
March 1, 2024
Application Closes
July 29, 2024
Grantor
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)
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