Funding search · EIN 010529871 · Portland, ME

Maine Technology Institute

Name: Maine Technology Institute grants, 2021–2024
Creator: PaperOrbit
License: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-public-disclosure-and-availability-requirements

A grantmaking public charity (files IRS Form 990, Schedule I). Charities like this often run real grant programs with application cycles.

816
grants reported: $80.5M
total given: 2021–2024
filing years: $32,667
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2021–2024. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

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35 grants matching “addition” · $3.9M

$273,285
Maine Plywood USA · Bingham, ME · 2024
LEGAL COUNCIL: To determine whether or not to continue as an LLC or become a C-corp. In addition with the oncoming USDA loan and advising on raising money from Equity partners; Maine Plywood; Powering the next generatio… read allLEGAL COUNCIL: To determine whether or not to continue as an LLC or become a C-corp. In addition with the oncoming USDA loan and advising on raising money from Equity partners; Maine Plywood; Powering the next generation of sustainable plywood for Maine. less
$250,000
Looma Llc · South Portland, ME · 2024
Addition of Volume Manufacturing to Looma's Services.
$150,000
Croft L3c Croft Group · Rockland, ME · 2023
Croft manufactures high performance wall, floor, and roof panels for all building types with a focus on speed, quality, and sustainability. Our buildings utilize local straw and timber as primary construction materials,… read allCroft manufactures high performance wall, floor, and roof panels for all building types with a focus on speed, quality, and sustainability. Our buildings utilize local straw and timber as primary construction materials, both carbon-storing materials which sequester carbon at levels unmatched by any other building system in the United States. Additionally we construct our panels with a proprietary compression system that produces exceptionally high building performance in a fraction of the time it takes with conventional methods. We are seeking additional resources from MTI in order to support our growth, which includes further development of our proprietary compression system, expansion into a new factory space, and growing the team. less
$135,714
Ocean'S Balance · S Portland, ME · 2023
We operate an innovative seaweed dehydrator for use in processing harvested seaweed by both our own company and by other seaweed farms. Ours is an in-demand, differentiated solution to the aquaculture industry-wide road… read allWe operate an innovative seaweed dehydrator for use in processing harvested seaweed by both our own company and by other seaweed farms. Ours is an in-demand, differentiated solution to the aquaculture industry-wide roadblocks related to processing very large volumes of farmed kelp during a short harvest season. With additional technology and support from MTI, we will be able to further automate and make efficient this important process that addresses a major untapped commercial opportunity that Maine is ideally positioned to capture. Our solution is different from current alternatives because our dehydrator is energy efficient, low temperature, and automated and allows for processing high volumes of seaweed in a short amount of time. There is also an integrated milling system that allows for the kelp to be milled to any particle size after dehydrating, which is a requirement by virtually all buyers. less
$100,000
Maine Center for Entrepreneurs (V) · Portland, ME · 2023
MCE is seeking matching funding to support an application to EDA's Build to Scale Program to establish a Maine Bioscience Cluster Initiative to serve Maine's emerging life sciences innovators. MCE will scale our existin… read allMCE is seeking matching funding to support an application to EDA's Build to Scale Program to establish a Maine Bioscience Cluster Initiative to serve Maine's emerging life sciences innovators. MCE will scale our existing Top Gun and Cultivator programs and develop specific curricula to serve biosciences companies from "idea stage" to startup, and through scale-up. MCE will partner with TechPlace and the Union River Center for Innovation to host a Top Gun like accelerator at each location annually. In addition, we will hire a "Bioinnovate Champion" to support, nuture, and educate bioscience researchers and entrepreneurs on taking their innovation from the lab to the market. Finally, MCE will work with established bioscience companies to help them gain marketshare, expand markets, and become more profitable. less
$100,000
Compounding Solutions Llc · Lewiston, ME · 2023
Compounding Solutions is a custom thermoplastic compounder designing and supplying cutting-edge material technologies to medical device manufacturers globally. Our plastic compounds are used in existing devices and new … read allCompounding Solutions is a custom thermoplastic compounder designing and supplying cutting-edge material technologies to medical device manufacturers globally. Our plastic compounds are used in existing devices and new devices to improve patient care and often times enable procedures that were previously not possible. We seek supportive funding to aid in the development of our compound additive technologies which reduce thermoplastic coefficient of friction, either by way of hydrophobic or hydrophilic surface interactions. These additive technologies can furthermore provide protection against thrombosis which ultimately provides patient comfort during medical procedures and reduces the risk of infections. Compounding Solutions aims to optimize our friction reduction and anti-fouling additive packages per polymer type and bring these material technologies forth to our medical device customers to use in a variety of high value applications. less
$75,000
Parity Healthcare Analytics · Scarborough, ME · 2023
We created a unique software as a service solution for family birthing centers who need a method for tracking and reporting the acuity based nurse to patient staffing ratios in their units. The funding we seek will prov… read allWe created a unique software as a service solution for family birthing centers who need a method for tracking and reporting the acuity based nurse to patient staffing ratios in their units. The funding we seek will provide us the ability to automate reporting and analytics for our customers as well as drive growth through a new website, digital marketing strategies, and additional industry conferences that our target customers attend. less
$50,000
Maine Laboratories Llc · Norridgewock, ME · 2023
Maine Laboratories is a startup analytical testing facility that strictly focuses on per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) testing and sample collection. Maine Laboratories is excited to build a Biotechnology compan… read allMaine Laboratories is a startup analytical testing facility that strictly focuses on per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) testing and sample collection. Maine Laboratories is excited to build a Biotechnology company in the middle of central Maine. We believe providing stable jobs in the sciences working on the PFAS problem that is affecting so many Maine residents will encourage younger people to remain and pursue careers in the state of Maine, particularly central Maine. This grant application if for 50k in funding to support our office space expansion. Once complete, we will move our Lab Tech office space out of our primary lab space, opening up room to double our equipment. Doubling our equipment allows Maine Laboratories to scale up in sample volume, provides security against system maintenance or downtime, and provides capacity to develop additional methods and sampling techniques without affecting our turn around time commitment. less
$30,000
Radiolife Co · Wilmington, DE · 2023
Radiolife is developing its flagship medical device, Cube Scan, to sell to healthcare providers and diagnostic laboratories. The problem with current diagnostic technology and systems is that they are expensive and slow… read allRadiolife is developing its flagship medical device, Cube Scan, to sell to healthcare providers and diagnostic laboratories. The problem with current diagnostic technology and systems is that they are expensive and slow they rely on reagents, which are expensive and require a biochemical reaction to occur to analyze each sample such as in an RT-PCR diagnostic test. Radiolife seeks funding to continue developing Cube Scan to address this problem by using radiofrequency signatures identified in patient samples combined with AI modeling and deliver accurate and cost-effective diagnostic test results in under 20 seconds without reagents. Our solution is different from current alternatives because it's smaller, cheaper, faster, and has the potential to be non-invasive. Additionally, Radiolife's innovation can be deployed in a variety of settings, including point-of-care and low-resource environments, making it versatile and adaptive to different customer and community needs. less
$25,000
Pact App · Brunswick, ME · 2023
Our innovation is Fwego, a SaaS solution for the travel industry that streamlines destination management for travel businesses and their customers. Our platform centralizes communication, booking, coordination, schedule… read allOur innovation is Fwego, a SaaS solution for the travel industry that streamlines destination management for travel businesses and their customers. Our platform centralizes communication, booking, coordination, schedules, and payments, freeing valuable time for travel industry professionals to focus on sales and deliver outstanding customer experiences. We seek access to funding to develop our platform further and expand our reach. Additionally, we seek business advice from experienced professionals to help us achieve our goals and maximize our impact. less
$25,000
Efficient Surgical Apps · South Portland, ME · 2023
JotLogs' innovation is a unique software-as-a-service product that optimizes clinical documentation using advanced machine learning. Our user-friendly platform allows healthcare providers to reduce time spent on paperwo… read allJotLogs' innovation is a unique software-as-a-service product that optimizes clinical documentation using advanced machine learning. Our user-friendly platform allows healthcare providers to reduce time spent on paperwork and focus more on patient care. By offering insightful data visualization tools and ensuring data security with robust protocols, we enhance both efficiency and trust in our service. As we continue to refine and expand our services, we are seeking both funding and strategic business advice. Financial support will accelerate product development, market expansion, and support ongoing research. In addition, we're interested in gaining insights from seasoned experts in healthcare and tech sectors to ensure our product's continued relevance and competitive edge. less
$25,000
Visual Access Technology · Freeport, ME · 2023
The project consists of licensing Advantage Point to high school administrators, students and their families, providing both college selections and career guidance/opportunities for students in their post-secondary life… read allThe project consists of licensing Advantage Point to high school administrators, students and their families, providing both college selections and career guidance/opportunities for students in their post-secondary life in Maine. In addition, businesses that are providing jobs and training will be offered an opportunity to subscribe to Advantage Point so they can be featured in the students search results and obtain metrics to help evaluate their messaging. less
$24,350
Ocean Data Network · Portland, ME · 2023
Ocean Data Network's core competency is sub-surface oceanographic data collection in collaboration with the fishing industry which we offer to customers ranging from the Navy to blue economy financiers with a data colle… read allOcean Data Network's core competency is sub-surface oceanographic data collection in collaboration with the fishing industry which we offer to customers ranging from the Navy to blue economy financiers with a data collection as-a-service model. For this project we are expanding our offering to include surface weather stations that integrate with each fishing vessel's wheelhouse electronics systems giving captains real time temperature, barometric pressure, and wind speed/direction while also recording and sending weather data in real time via satellite internet to forecasters. Feeding this additional data stream into local forecasts will create a safer operating environment for all maritime stakeholders. This is a project we've done the technical development on over the past year and we are confident that we can integrate the technology with fishing vessels along the Maine coast. We are looking for funding to procure the hardware necessary to establish the network. less
$14,460
Maine Shellfish Technologies Llc · Scarborough, ME · 2023
We are developing a new version of a lobster meat extractor for lobster processors. This new process is utilizing existing technologies we have developed that will greatly simplify the current process and cut $500K from… read allWe are developing a new version of a lobster meat extractor for lobster processors. This new process is utilizing existing technologies we have developed that will greatly simplify the current process and cut $500K from the cost of the machine making it easier to market and sell. To do this we will be eliminating the vision guided lasers that cut the shell. We will be replacing this technology with parallel gripping cutters that will cut the shell when they enter the meat extractor. The consulting project we are seeking assistance with is re programing the vision guided robot front end of the machine to de-clump and orient product entering the meat extractor. In addition, the meat extractor itself will require reprograming to operate the parallel grippers, new waste shell reject system, and breaker bar. less
$530,000
Springworks Farm Maine · Lisbon, ME · 2022
At Springworks Farm, we believe Maine has the potential to become a leader in leafy greens production. To make this a reality, we are adding an additional 500,000 square feet of additional grow space over the next five … read allAt Springworks Farm, we believe Maine has the potential to become a leader in leafy greens production. To make this a reality, we are adding an additional 500,000 square feet of additional grow space over the next five years. The first phase of this expansion is Greenhouse #4, which will help us meet retail demand, create quality jobs, and increase access to organic local lettuce. less
$360,000
Origin Bjj Llc · Farmington, ME · 2022
Additional Hires: 2022 Year-End Headcount vs 2021 Year End Headcount: 30 x $50,000 Average Loaded Cost = $1,500,000Investments in New Processing Equipment: New looms to supplement/replace decades old machinery (quote pr… read allAdditional Hires: 2022 Year-End Headcount vs 2021 Year End Headcount: 30 x $50,000 Average Loaded Cost = $1,500,000Investments in New Processing Equipment: New looms to supplement/replace decades old machinery (quote provided) $159,825Automated fabric spreader (quote provided) $65,590Expansion of medical insurance program (to include dental and vision coverage) $24,390 less
$283,749
Maine Space Grant Consortium · Augusta, ME · 2022
In the current MTI Investment, we complete the strategic plan for the Maine Space Complex (see Attachment A). As the result of the planning effort, we identified additional work that would lead to a stronger foundation … read allIn the current MTI Investment, we complete the strategic plan for the Maine Space Complex (see Attachment A). As the result of the planning effort, we identified additional work that would lead to a stronger foundation for the Complex, lead to more significant benefits to the state than what would not have been possible under the current strategic plan. This additional work would facilitate more opportunities and economic growth for the Complex and the state of Maine. The first need is to secure new business opportunities for industries in the new Space Economy and the Maine Space Complex. The second need is to continue engagement with communities and stakeholders in conversation regarding the Maine Space Complex to ensure that the value proposition is clear and moving toward adoption. less
$266,667
Sea Bags · Portland, ME · 2022
invest in additional equipment and staff to double our output in the next three years. Covid Pandemic Recovery
$266,667
Nbt Solutions Llcvetro · Portland, ME · 2022
Additional Hires and Enhanced compensation, benefits or training for existing employees
$180,000
Sawyer Enterprises Llc · Cumberland, ME · 2022
Investments in new processing equipment or labor-saving devices ; Additional hires ; Enhanced compensation, benefits or training for existing employees
$133,333
Blushift Aerospace · Brunswick, ME · 2022
We are seeking funds to help maintain the current payroll, compensate for past and future additional teamshortages due to Covid, extreme delays by suppliers that caused bluShift to burn through cash in maintainingpayrol… read allWe are seeking funds to help maintain the current payroll, compensate for past and future additional teamshortages due to Covid, extreme delays by suppliers that caused bluShift to burn through cash in maintainingpayroll while awaiting critical components.We also need to increase our employees' pay to help retain our current employees in the current hot hiringmarket. Our employees are experiencing significant financial pressures due to inflation thats been sparked bythe epidemic. less
$75,000
Tissue Plus Llc · Lynn, MA · 2022
Due to the worldwide shortage in parent rolls of tissue and towel, it has become increasingly difficult to procure consistent or reasonably priced supplies of paper used to make finished good for both the At Home retail… read allDue to the worldwide shortage in parent rolls of tissue and towel, it has become increasingly difficult to procure consistent or reasonably priced supplies of paper used to make finished good for both the At Home retail markets as well as Away from Home commercial markets. Therefore, a significant but highly competitive opportunity exists to contract convert for third party manufacturers. However, this initiative will require hiring a minimum of 6-18 machine operators to run 2-3 shifts on Tissue Pluss 5 current converting lines in the next 2-3 months. Hiring a plant manager, shift supervisors, an additional mechanic along with material handlers will also be necessary. The added employees will increase current payroll from approximately $23,000/mo to $75,000/mo. Considerable recruiting, training and technical support and infrastructure investment will be needed over the 2-3/mo startup period to transition back to a full scale, multi shift manufacturing site. less
$63,000
William a Day Jr & Sons · Porter, ME · 2022
Additional Employees and Equipment
$50,000
40grid · Scarborough, ME · 2022
40grid develops and delivers the most effective business-process-automation SaaS solution for field-service businesses. While operating in stealth mode, 40grid signed several customers, including a few of the largest pe… read all40grid develops and delivers the most effective business-process-automation SaaS solution for field-service businesses. While operating in stealth mode, 40grid signed several customers, including a few of the largest pest management companies in the United States, and its minimum viable product has been in production for some customers since 2020. Now, 40grid seeks additional funds to grow its Portland (ME)-based headquarters and add features to its SaaS solution in advance of its inaugural sales and marketing campaign. less
$42,467
Municipal Review Committee · Orono, ME · 2022
MRCs plan is to re-open the Hampden waste facility as soon as possible to begin processing waste from its 115 member communities as well as from other commercial sources in the region. To do this, in addition to working… read allMRCs plan is to re-open the Hampden waste facility as soon as possible to begin processing waste from its 115 member communities as well as from other commercial sources in the region. To do this, in addition to working through the real estate closing, MRC would immediately move to hire at least three positions to begin actively managing the facility. We will also need significant engineering and consultant support as we restart the facilitys equipment, which has been idle for two years. less
$40,000
S P Holt Corporation · Orono, ME · 2022
Shaw & Tenney requests grant funding from MTI to support additional production capacity for their existing product lines of traditional solid wooden flat blade oars and spoon oars. This project will allow the company to… read allShaw & Tenney requests grant funding from MTI to support additional production capacity for their existing product lines of traditional solid wooden flat blade oars and spoon oars. This project will allow the company to pursue growth opportunities in the solid wooden oar market. less
$32,667
The Fragrance Farm · Appleton, ME · 2022
focus with this grant is 4 fold, 1.Build our raw material base (glass bottles for our lotion, refresher, bug spray, hand sanitizer, body butters, distilled lavender oil) totaling $20k2.Build our raw material lotion and … read allfocus with this grant is 4 fold, 1.Build our raw material base (glass bottles for our lotion, refresher, bug spray, hand sanitizer, body butters, distilled lavender oil) totaling $20k2.Build our raw material lotion and spay base totaling $18k3.One / Two additional new hires (June October) totaling $8k4.Our pay ranges from $15-$18 per hour today with the goal to increase to $17-$20 per hour this season totaling 3k less
$25,000
Intelli-Tex Llc · Readfield, ME · 2022
INTELLI-TEX LLC manufactures color-changing textile yarns and photovoltaic power-producing textile yarns that can be woven into consumer-grade products. Access to MTI funding will enable INTELLI-TEX to increase the comm… read allINTELLI-TEX LLC manufactures color-changing textile yarns and photovoltaic power-producing textile yarns that can be woven into consumer-grade products. Access to MTI funding will enable INTELLI-TEX to increase the commercial value of their smart materials technologies by improving prototype functionality. In addition, access to MTI funding will allow INTELLI-TEX to pursue further customer discovery and to develop strong business partnerships. less
$25,000
Election Bridge · Portland, ME · 2022
Election Bridge will work with a local municipality in Maine for the duration of the project. The project will leverage local partnerships to explore the economic impact of increasing civic engagement across the state o… read allElection Bridge will work with a local municipality in Maine for the duration of the project. The project will leverage local partnerships to explore the economic impact of increasing civic engagement across the state of Maine. We will do this by conducting focus groups with citizens, elected officials, and businesses across a selected municipality. Additionally, by utilizing the municipality's geospatial infrastructure we will create an innovative communication channel that encourages citizen participation. less
$20,000
Shelter 7 · Lewiston, ME · 2022
A cutting edge and exceptionally high performance, Green and affordable building shell system designed to serve most all real estate sectors in a very efficient and cost effective manner. This Lego Block style construct… read allA cutting edge and exceptionally high performance, Green and affordable building shell system designed to serve most all real estate sectors in a very efficient and cost effective manner. This Lego Block style construction system delivers higher long term positive financial, physical, and environmental performance and value than the vast majority of other current building systems. It provides owners with what they need and deserve relative to the very high cost of new construction today. This is accomplished by providing them with an exceptionally high quality, rugged, fast assembly and lower ownership cost structure that is destined to provide a higher resale value and ROI. In addition to these unique benefits, the system performs in a very low energy and low maintenance manner, provides for unlimited interior layout and exterior designs, and accomplishes all of this within a small environmental footprint. less
$19,600
Nauti Sisters Sea Farm Llc · Belfast, ME · 2022
Receipt of requested funds will support purchasing additional equipment. This may include the FlipFarm oroyster cage system. Increasing the amount of oyster growing equipment achieves three main objectives:reduce labor … read allReceipt of requested funds will support purchasing additional equipment. This may include the FlipFarm oroyster cage system. Increasing the amount of oyster growing equipment achieves three main objectives:reduce labor for de-fouling, increase harvest efficiency, and increase scale in volume to improve the overalleconomic proposition of oyster farming. This may also increase safety in the workplace by decreasingstocking densities in equipment, making gear more easily managed. Increasing long term efficiency iscrucial to the viability and growth of the farm. Increased efficiency of labor is critical as we experiencedeclining labor force participation and increased nominal wages for employees. less
$7,500
Real Time Reality · Bangor, ME · 2022
Hired an Innovate for Maine intern- Acquired further 5-person app development team through UMaine Capstone program- Got additional mentors from U Maine- Slight pivot to focus on B2B contracting- Found that their technol… read allHired an Innovate for Maine intern- Acquired further 5-person app development team through UMaine Capstone program- Got additional mentors from U Maine- Slight pivot to focus on B2B contracting- Found that their technology offers a 10x cost and time savings for the Film and TV industry by providing an easy completely digital and automated process for filming high concept projects. - Letters of Intent have been acquired from 2 Hollywood studios to produce content for upcoming projects of theirs and have begun putting together a pilot program for which we are seeking funding.- App team was able to create a working porototype of technology less
$100,000
Forerunner Industries · San Francisco, CA · 2021
Custom Flood Models/Maps and Additional Permit Types
$100,000
Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority · Brunswick, ME · 2021
Addition of Climate Control to TechPlace Manufacturing Incubator Facility
$24,000
Ocean'S Balance · South Portland, ME · 2021
Develop a seaweed nutritional additive that will be specifically formulated to combat global hunger and malnutrition in developing nations.

Top recipients

Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.

Somerset Economic Development Corporation1 grant · $3.0M
Roux Institute4 grants · $1.6M
Rockstep Solutions2 grants · $1.3M
Kinotek Llc2 grants · $1.2M
Go Lab3 grants · $1.2M
Maine Plywood USA4 grants · $1.1M
Tanbark Molded Fiber Products2 grants · $1.1M
University of Maine3 grants · $1.1M
Robbins Lumber East Baldwin Llc2 grants · $990,000
Stratton Lumber1 grant · $990,000

Giving over time

$10.6M

2021

$30.7M

2022

$17.0M

2023

$22.2M

2024

Grant history

The 100 largest of 816 grants.

$3.0M
Somerset Economic Development Corporation · Skowhegan, ME · 2024
Somerset Forest Recovery Program.
$1.0M
Kinotek Llc · Portland, ME · 2023
Kinotek is a B2B SaaS platform that uses AI-driven technology deliver fast, objective human movement metrics. It is a disruptor in the $420 billion musculoskeletal health market where clinicians currently rely on a plas… read allKinotek is a B2B SaaS platform that uses AI-driven technology deliver fast, objective human movement metrics. It is a disruptor in the $420 billion musculoskeletal health market where clinicians currently rely on a plastic ruler to measure range-of-motion and mobility. Since FDA registration and market launch in August 2022, sales have reached $245k ARR across 31 states. Kinotek is seeking funding $2M in funding to accelerate sales to $1M ARR and Series A. MVF has already committed to matching up to $1M, so our actual raise is $1M via Convertible Note at a 20% discount, $18M cap, and 8% interest. less
$1.0M
Rockstep Solutions · Portland, ME · 2023
RockStep develops and delivers SaaS solutions for managing data and operations for drug discovery and life sciences research. The company seeks $1M in equity investment from MTI to accelerate sales revenue growth throug… read allRockStep develops and delivers SaaS solutions for managing data and operations for drug discovery and life sciences research. The company seeks $1M in equity investment from MTI to accelerate sales revenue growth through. less
$990,000
Hancock Lumber Company · Casco, ME · 2024
Bethel Value Added.
$990,000
Stratton Lumber · Stratton, ME · 2024
Hurst Boiler, Grinder and Auto-wrapper.
$990,000
Go Lab · Belfast, ME · 2023
Capital Support for First U.S. Wood Fiber Insulation Plant, GO Lab, Inc. Madison, Maine.
$984,215
Tanbark Molded Fiber Products · Saco, ME · 2023
Hybrid Molded Fiber clamshell pilot project, Tanbark Medical Materials Market, Debt Financing to purchase equipment to increase capacity by 200%
$934,300
Standard Biocarbon Corporation · Portland, ME · 2022
Fund Request for Labor costs Associated with Narrow Project Start-Up Window Caused in Part by COVID related delays
$725,000
Whole Trees Llc · Madison, WI · 2023
Partnering to Repurpose and Reopen: Bringing innovative inventory systems, sales strategy and production processes to existing Maine facility to meet proven East Coast demand for the Original Mass Timber.
$560,000
Roux Institute · Portland, ME · 2024
BioIN Incubator and BioPILOT Lab, a collaboration between the Northeastern/Roux Institute and the University of Southern Maine.; Future of Healthcare Founder Residency; Life Science Impact Forum; Startup Solutions: Immi… read allBioIN Incubator and BioPILOT Lab, a collaboration between the Northeastern/Roux Institute and the University of Southern Maine.; Future of Healthcare Founder Residency; Life Science Impact Forum; Startup Solutions: Immigrant Welcome Center; The Maine Summer Accelerator at the Roux Institute. less
$559,215
Maine Plywood USA · Bingham, ME · 2023
Maine Plywood is building the only plywood mill in North America to manufacture Plywood underlayment. It will also be the ONLY plywood mill in New England. This plant is being built to replace the Multiply plywood plant… read allMaine Plywood is building the only plywood mill in North America to manufacture Plywood underlayment. It will also be the ONLY plywood mill in New England. This plant is being built to replace the Multiply plywood plant that burnt down. less
$550,000
Roux Institute · Boston, MA · 2023
The goal of the proposed BioIN Incubator and BioPILOT Lab initiatives is to create a pilot incubator and prototyping space for life science companies. Our hypothesis is that leases for turnkey wet lab space and access t… read allThe goal of the proposed BioIN Incubator and BioPILOT Lab initiatives is to create a pilot incubator and prototyping space for life science companies. Our hypothesis is that leases for turnkey wet lab space and access to capital equipment and scientific experts will facilitate success and growth of startup companies, leading to job and revenue growth in Maine's burgeoning bioeconomy. less
$530,000
Defendify · Portland, ME · 2022
Defendify, Inc. Response Plan due to Negative Economic Impacts of the Covid-19 Pandemic
$530,000
Springworks Farm Maine · Lisbon, ME · 2022
At Springworks Farm, we believe Maine has the potential to become a leader in leafy greens production. To make this a reality, we are adding an additional 500,000 square feet of additional grow space over the next five … read allAt Springworks Farm, we believe Maine has the potential to become a leader in leafy greens production. To make this a reality, we are adding an additional 500,000 square feet of additional grow space over the next five years. The first phase of this expansion is Greenhouse #4, which will help us meet retail demand, create quality jobs, and increase access to organic local lettuce. less
$500,000
Eme Biofuels Llc · Woodstock, VT · 2024
EME Biofuels.
$500,000
Compotech · Brewer, ME · 2023
Compotech has developed the next generation of expeditionary and modular military shelters. MINATORS can be assembled by a small group of soldiers, providing the comforts of a permanent shelter with the mobility and mod… read allCompotech has developed the next generation of expeditionary and modular military shelters. MINATORS can be assembled by a small group of soldiers, providing the comforts of a permanent shelter with the mobility and modularity of a temporary shelter. Compotech is seeking funding for MINATORS manufacturing equipment. less
$500,000
Fork Food Lab · South Portland, ME · 2023
Fork Food Lab 2.0
$500,000
Good Shepherd Food Bank · Auburn, ME · 2023
Investing in Maine's first at scale green vegetable processing supply chain.
$500,000
Jl Rich Timber Harvesting Llc · Hodgdon, ME · 2023
New Cut to Length Operation
$500,000
North Spore Llc · Portland, ME · 2023
We are seeking funding to further expand our digital marketing and sales team, as well as create a human resources department. We are in a rapid growth and hiring phase as we begin to take advantage of our new manufactu… read allWe are seeking funding to further expand our digital marketing and sales team, as well as create a human resources department. We are in a rapid growth and hiring phase as we begin to take advantage of our new manufacturing facility and scale up our successful, innovative products. These investments will ensure more continued growth, create a number of well-paid and specialized jobs, and contribute to the personnel infrastructure we need to stay on our trajectory and fully support our growing revenues, brand and team. less
$500,000
Global Secure Shipping · Orono, ME · 2021
Establishing a Secure Composite Shipping Container Manufacturing Facility in Maine
$499,317
Tanbark Molded Fiber Products · Portland, ME · 2024
Electricity Upgrade to expand Production Capacity Video Production for Marketing Assets.
$495,000
Robbins Lumber East Baldwin Llc · Searsmont, ME · 2024
Better Utilization of the Eastern White Pine Resource through Implementation of Value-based Scanning.
$495,000
Sappi North America · Westbrook, ME · 2024
Improvement of pulp and paper mill productivity when softwood chip ratio increases beyond 15% during the Copulp process at Somerset mill.
$495,000
Nd Evergreen Llc · Old Town, ME · 2023
ND Paper Rumford Division PM15 Rebuild
$495,000
Robbins Lumber East Baldwin Llc · Searsmont, ME · 2023
Better Utilization of the Eastern White Pine Resource through Implementation of Value-based Scanning
$490,268
University of Maine · Orono, ME · 2021
Forestry Recovery Initiative
$490,000
Godfrey Forest Arizona Llc · Marblehead, MA · 2024
Godfrey Forest Maine OSB Mill.
$450,000
T&D Wood Energy Llc · Sanford, ME · 2024
Acquiring two shuttered facilities and expanding existing facility to meet rapidly increasing demand.
$449,167
Nyle Systems Llc · Brewer, ME · 2022
Pandemic Recovery Plan
$440,000
Coursestorm · Orono, ME · 2022
Investment made to accelerate growth and attract, upskill and retain staff.
$437,467
Reconnect · Cumberland, ME · 2022
Scaling and build foundation for our largest customer (the 3rd largest county in the U.S.)
$426,413
Maine Space Corporation · Augusta, ME · 2024
Building Maines Space Knowledge Cluster in Space Applications.
$400,000
Shucks Maine Lobster Llc · West Gardiner, ME · 2023
Shucks Maine Lobster has become an internationally award winning Maine Lobster processor of innovative value-added products utilizing state of the art HPP technology. We currently have 60 employees in a 26,000 SF facili… read allShucks Maine Lobster has become an internationally award winning Maine Lobster processor of innovative value-added products utilizing state of the art HPP technology. We currently have 60 employees in a 26,000 SF facility. Shucks is on the verge of significant growth with immediate plans to expand into a new state of the art Gorham facility; dramatically increase its product line; add 20 new jobs; and sign new agreements with two major players in the Maine Lobster industry. This growth is based on the purchase of a new state of the art HPP machine that will increase production by 50%. less
$400,000
Highbyte · Portland, ME · 2022
Retention and Recruitment Funding
$396,667
The Montalvo Corporation · Gorham, ME · 2022
COVID 19 Pandemic Recovery Funding
$373,333
Caron Engineering · Wells, ME · 2022
We plan to use these funds for four core initiatives at our company.
$373,333
David Saunders · S Portland, ME · 2022
Automation for process efficiencies and job creation/retention.
$373,333
North Spore Llc · Portland, ME · 2022
Infrastructure and supply chain improvements for post-pandemic resiliency
$366,667
Deep Water Buoyancy · Biddeford, ME · 2022
high volume automated mixer purchase
$360,000
Auburn Manufacturing · Mechanic Falls, ME · 2022
Upgrade of AMI facilities and add/improve its skilled workforce to meet Defense Industrial Base demand
$360,000
Origin Bjj Llc · Farmington, ME · 2022
Additional Hires: 2022 Year-End Headcount vs 2021 Year End Headcount: 30 x $50,000 Average Loaded Cost = $1,500,000Investments in New Processing Equipment: New looms to supplement/replace decades old machinery (quote pr… read allAdditional Hires: 2022 Year-End Headcount vs 2021 Year End Headcount: 30 x $50,000 Average Loaded Cost = $1,500,000Investments in New Processing Equipment: New looms to supplement/replace decades old machinery (quote provided) $159,825Automated fabric spreader (quote provided) $65,590Expansion of medical insurance program (to include dental and vision coverage) $24,390 less
$346,667
Arkatechture · Portland, ME · 2022
Expand Hiring & Develop a New Training Program to Grow & Sustain Go-to-Market, Product Development & Delivery Capacity
$346,667
Grover Gundilling Llc · Oxford, ME · 2022
COVID Pandemic Response Funding
$346,667
Yale Cordage · Saco, ME · 2022
Process improvements
$339,617
Opal Build Llc (Dba Notchsb) · Belfast, ME · 2024
Creating Resiliency in Residential Housing Construction; OPAL Build - Unlocking Affordable Housing through Sustainability.
$339,148
Biofine Developments Northeast · Portland, ME · 2023
Biofine Developments Northeast (BDNE) owns a proprietary technology that enables the economic conversion of waste ligno/cellulosic feedstocks into third-party verified co2 negative bioproducts. Currently, BDNE is workin… read allBiofine Developments Northeast (BDNE) owns a proprietary technology that enables the economic conversion of waste ligno/cellulosic feedstocks into third-party verified co2 negative bioproducts. Currently, BDNE is working to finance an industrial biorefinery in Lincoln, ME (BMP-1) and requests MTI's assistance, via a $400k loan, to finalize required pre-development work stream. Each pre-development work stream culminates in a deliverable required by BMP-1's prospective investors. The $400k MTI loan is the final remaining capital required of the $1.66 million dollar budget to finalize the deliverables required to close on financing for BMP-1. less
$333,333
Polymer Laboratories & Solutions Llc · Portland, ME · 2022
Next Generation Polyurethane Molded Parts Production Equipment to Support US Army Warfighters
$328,605
University of Maine · Orono, ME · 2022
Vision & Roadmap for Maine's Forest Sector
$322,867
Bookclubz · Camden, ME · 2022
We plan to utilize this $200,000 grant to increase our ad sales revenue to 20% in the next 12 months and build the foundation for a 100% jump in ad sales revenue in 2023. Well use the funding as following:$150,000 (sala… read allWe plan to utilize this $200,000 grant to increase our ad sales revenue to 20% in the next 12 months and build the foundation for a 100% jump in ad sales revenue in 2023. Well use the funding as following:$150,000 (salary and benefits) to hire a full-time ad-sales director $25,000 (salary) to hire a part-time ad-ops manager $23,000 to give a 12% raise to our current sales manager and chief revenue officer $2,000 to establish a 401k program for all Bookclubz employees less
$320,000
Brooklin Boat Yard · Brooklin, ME · 2022
Brooklin Boat Yard Innovation Upgrade
$317,250
Competitive Energy Services Llc · Portland, ME · 2022
Energy & Sustainability Data Services
$316,973
Bourgeois Guitars Llc · Lewiston, ME · 2022
The PLEK is a specialized CNC machine designed to optimize every element that contributes to a guitars playability. Its functions include milling highly complex geometric fretboard surfaces, leveling and shaping frets, … read allThe PLEK is a specialized CNC machine designed to optimize every element that contributes to a guitars playability. Its functions include milling highly complex geometric fretboard surfaces, leveling and shaping frets, and calibrating the height of nut slots and saddle heights. Efficiencies gained by incorporating PLEK technology and other automations into our manufacturing system are critical to our growth plan of tripling revenue in the next 3 years and doubling our workforce to 60 full time, benefitted jobs by 2029. We are seeking MTI matching core grant funding to help us bring this technology to Maine. less
$310,000
Alakazam · Portland, ME · 2022
Applicant has yet to launch their 3d web metaverse platform but has revenue through their consulting/professional services in the same field and provided two LOIs from potential customers for when their product launches.
$306,667
Casco Bay Molding Ltd · Sanford, ME · 2022
Casco Bay Molding (Casco), started in Sanford in 2000, has grown into an FDA Registered, ISO 13485 Certified product development and manufacturing company specializing in silicone rubber and thermoplastic medical device… read allCasco Bay Molding (Casco), started in Sanford in 2000, has grown into an FDA Registered, ISO 13485 Certified product development and manufacturing company specializing in silicone rubber and thermoplastic medical devices as well as consumer & industrial component parts and products. In 2015 we invested in a joint venture tool and mold shop and in 2021 reinvested in a mold only Casco owned mold shop enhancing our product development capabilities.In the 4th quarter of 2021, as the effects of the pandemic waned, its after effects of raw material (silicone) shortages, labor availability/rates and spike in raw material costs hit our profitability quite hard. less
$306,667
North End Composites Llc · Rockland, ME · 2022
Pandemic Recovery Funding for Hiring and Retention and Manufacturing Efficiencies
$306,667
Steel-Pro · Rockland, ME · 2022
Production Optimization Purchase Heavy Duty Internal Seam Grinding System aka Polisher to increase output capacity of a specific product for the biopharmaceutical market sector. This equipment will allow us to dedicate … read allProduction Optimization Purchase Heavy Duty Internal Seam Grinding System aka Polisher to increase output capacity of a specific product for the biopharmaceutical market sector. This equipment will allow us to dedicate a space to automate a task that is typically manual and requires a fair amount of skill and turn it into a task that requires less space and hands on involvement from our employees. less
$306,667
The Baker Company · Sanford, ME · 2022
COVID 19 Pandemic Recovery Funding
$300,000
Our People · Portland, ME · 2023
OurPeople.com provides employee communications and operations software to the hourly workforce in businesses of all sizes across the US and the UK.
$299,000
Hyperlite Mountain Gear · Biddeford, ME · 2022
Marketing and R&D Enhancement
$293,333
Farming Fungi Llc · Sanford, ME · 2022
For COVID Pandemic Response Plan
$290,000
Dream Local Digital Ltd · Thomaston, ME · 2022
SkillsBuilder Marketing Coach program launch & New Market Development
$283,749
Maine Space Grant Consortium · Augusta, ME · 2022
In the current MTI Investment, we complete the strategic plan for the Maine Space Complex (see Attachment A). As the result of the planning effort, we identified additional work that would lead to a stronger foundation … read allIn the current MTI Investment, we complete the strategic plan for the Maine Space Complex (see Attachment A). As the result of the planning effort, we identified additional work that would lead to a stronger foundation for the Complex, lead to more significant benefits to the state than what would not have been possible under the current strategic plan. This additional work would facilitate more opportunities and economic growth for the Complex and the state of Maine. The first need is to secure new business opportunities for industries in the new Space Economy and the Maine Space Complex. The second need is to continue engagement with communities and stakeholders in conversation regarding the Maine Space Complex to ensure that the value proposition is clear and moving toward adoption. less
$280,000
Biddeford Internet Corp · Biddeford, ME · 2022
Metaswitch Project - Virtualize Entire Phone Switch Infrastructure
$280,000
Lifethereal Llc · Gorham, ME · 2022
COVID Pandemic Response Funding
$280,000
Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory · Salisbury Cove, ME · 2022
Advancing Drug Discovery in Maine
$280,000
Ocean Renewable Power Company · Portland, ME · 2022
order the manufacturing and delivery of a generator and driveline to expedite the assembly/lead time in anticipation of upcoming closing agreements with a next-in-the-pipeline customer, a municipality in Patagonia, Chil… read allorder the manufacturing and delivery of a generator and driveline to expedite the assembly/lead time in anticipation of upcoming closing agreements with a next-in-the-pipeline customer, a municipality in Patagonia, Chile. less
$280,000
Rockstep Solutions · Portland, ME · 2022
STEM job opportunities for Maine
$273,285
Maine Plywood USA · Bingham, ME · 2024
LEGAL COUNCIL: To determine whether or not to continue as an LLC or become a C-corp. In addition with the oncoming USDA loan and advising on raising money from Equity partners; Maine Plywood; Powering the next generatio… read allLEGAL COUNCIL: To determine whether or not to continue as an LLC or become a C-corp. In addition with the oncoming USDA loan and advising on raising money from Equity partners; Maine Plywood; Powering the next generation of sustainable plywood for Maine. less
$266,667
Nbt Solutions Llcvetro · Portland, ME · 2022
Additional Hires and Enhanced compensation, benefits or training for existing employees
$266,667
Sea Bags · Portland, ME · 2022
invest in additional equipment and staff to double our output in the next three years. Covid Pandemic Recovery
$260,000
Constant Energy Capital Management · Falmouth, ME · 2022
Fintech platform feature delivery and customer onboarding
$260,000
Myhealthmath Llc · Portland, ME · 2022
Pandemic Recovery Funding
$260,000
Pk Floats · Lincoln, ME · 2022
Natural Resources Protection Aircraft Development
$260,000
Tis Brewer Llc · Troy, NY · 2022
High Definition Five Axis CNC Plasma Table
$255,000
Nautical Farms Llc · Machias, ME · 2024
Digital Marketing & E-Commerce; Nautical Farms LLC Expansion.
$253,333
Maine Wood Turning · New Vineyard, ME · 2022
We plan to upgrade our bolter saw operation in our sawmill from 1970s technology to current. Included will be a Custom Resaw and Return system, gang saws, and conveyor systems in and out of the saw area.
$253,000
Blushift Aerospace · Brunswick, ME · 2023
bluShift seeks funding of its Seed round to realize FAA licensing of its launch vehicle, future Maine launch site, construction of its suborbital rocket Starless Rogue and achieving a successful launch with paying custo… read allbluShift seeks funding of its Seed round to realize FAA licensing of its launch vehicle, future Maine launch site, construction of its suborbital rocket Starless Rogue and achieving a successful launch with paying customer experiments, from students from schools within Maine and across the United States. less
$253,000
Pumpspotting · Eliot, ME · 2023
Pumpspotting is making the world more inclusive for feeding families. Our tech-enabled solution helps companies provide baby-feeding support to their employees, customers, patients, and guests. We are raising our Series… read allPumpspotting is making the world more inclusive for feeding families. Our tech-enabled solution helps companies provide baby-feeding support to their employees, customers, patients, and guests. We are raising our Series Seed2 Round to support our growing enterprise customers and build out technology to expand into the healthcare market. less
$250,000
Eagle Point Energy Center Llc · Orrington, ME · 2024
Eagle Point Phase II Process Upgrade.
$250,000
Grandy Organics Llc · Hiram, ME · 2024
Build out management team and automate production to make Grandy Organics a more resilient business.
$250,000
Great Northern Salmon · Millinocket, ME · 2024
Implementation of critical path initiatives to ensure construction start on schedule.
$250,000
Looma Llc · South Portland, ME · 2024
Addition of Volume Manufacturing to Looma's Services.
$250,000
Maine Canned Fish · Topsham, ME · 2024
Maine Canned Fish Startup.
$250,000
Maine Electric Boat Company Llc · Biddeford, ME · 2024
Electric Propulsion Workforce Training.
$250,000
Maine Grains · Skowhegan, ME · 2024
Building capacity to manufacture upcycled nutritious grain cereals and snacks at Maine Grains.
$250,000
The Good Crust Llc · Canaan, ME · 2024
Good Crust Builds Resilience with Infrastructure Expansion to Serve Schools.
$250,000
Washburn & Doughty Associates · Boothbay, ME · 2024
Hiring Initiatives: Human Resources Director, Project Manager and Hybrid Support Engineers; Purchase and Implementation of ERP System.
$250,000
Northeastern University · Boston, MA · 2023
Roux Institute Venture Creation & Acceleration Platform is a set of robust, venture creation and acceleration programs designed to position Maine as the most exciting place to start a high-growth venture focused on Adva… read allRoux Institute Venture Creation & Acceleration Platform is a set of robust, venture creation and acceleration programs designed to position Maine as the most exciting place to start a high-growth venture focused on Advanced Life Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Data and Computer Science, Sustainability, and The Modernization of Natural Resources. Two key components of this program are our 13 week accelerator program and our year long startup residency. less
$250,000
Prosperityme · Portland, ME · 2023
Individual Development Account Program
$250,000
Kennebec Technologies · Augusta, ME · 2022
COVID Pandemic Response Funding
$250,000
Maine Plywood USA · Bingham, ME · 2022
help put all this machinery back together and accelerate the start of the plywood plant.
$250,000
Roux Institute · Boston, MA · 2022
Future of Healthcare Founder Residency
$250,000
Farmhand Automation · Biddeford, ME · 2021
Autonomous Electric Rover for Automated Carbon Free Farming
$250,000
Peregrine Turbine Technologies Llc · Wiscasset, ME · 2021
A new technology for storing renewable, non-dispatchable power using Thermal Energy Storage technology coupled with Peregrine's breakthrough turbine engine technology which employs super-critical Carbon Dioxide and achi… read allA new technology for storing renewable, non-dispatchable power using Thermal Energy Storage technology coupled with Peregrine's breakthrough turbine engine technology which employs super-critical Carbon Dioxide and achieves world-record level efficiency. less
$250,000
Roux Institute · Portland, ME · 2021
Roux Institute Venture Creation & Acceleration Platform is a set of robust, venture creation and acceleration programs designed to position Maine as the most exciting place to start a high-growth venture focused on Adva… read allRoux Institute Venture Creation & Acceleration Platform is a set of robust, venture creation and acceleration programs designed to position Maine as the most exciting place to start a high-growth venture focused on Advanced Life Sciences, Artificial Intel less
$250,000
Treeline · Lincoln, ME · 2021
Forestry Recovery Initiative
$240,000
Kinotek Llc · Portland, ME · 2022
COVID Pandemic Response Funding
$240,000
Ready Seafood Co · Saco, ME · 2022
Power Delivery to a Rural Maine Lobster Business
$239,128
University of Maine · Orono, ME · 2023
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