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Catalyst & Academic Activator Grant

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A climate venture fund based in United States

In context

This call is open to startups, universities and research institutions, at idea and R&D stage, prototype and pilot stage and pre-seed. Coverage is read from the notice itself: United States.

Summary

Funding programme offering both dilutive (equity) and non-dilutive (grant) capital for academic spinouts and early-stage innovators in deep-tech, clean-energy, biotech, and advanced-materials sectors. The Fall 2026 round is now open with a September 30 deadline.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 4 Oct 2026Accurate?

About this grant

Funding programme (dilutive and non-dilutive) for academic spinouts and early-stage innovators; Fall 2026 round now accepting applications with a September 30 deadline.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Catalyst & Academic Activator?
Eligibility covers organisations in US; startup, university, research-institution. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.