LaunchLNK Grant
You're on the verge of something great.
Let us help you take it a step further. If you're a scalable startup who wants to build and grow your company in Lincoln, Nebraska, you could be awarded this grant.
The LaunchLNK grant helps early stage scalable startups get established and grow in Lincoln, NE. We provide six qualifying startups with a non-dilutive grant, connections to potential sources of additional capital and mentors, and introductions to local corporations who may become early customers or partners.
With this level of support and the unique advantages that Lincoln offers, startup founders have a greater chance of transforming their young businesses into thriving companies.
What is LaunchLNK?
Benefits of LaunchLNK
Win a $20,000 Grant
Money is oxygen for a business, so let's fan the flame. Qualifying startups can take advantage of a $20,000 grant to put toward the growth of their startup.
Get Capital Connections
Put the word "funding" back into conversations. By leveraging strong Midwest relationships, LaunchLNK offers connections to potential sources of additional capital.
Find The Right People
Quickly learn who's who. Through LaunchLNK, you'll be provided with introductions to mentors and local and regional corporations who may become early customer or partners.
Corporate & Service Providers
Need help with professional services help? Our partnerships can provide you with services at little or no additional cost, so your runway goes further!
Frequently Asked Questions
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$20,000 cash grant payable to the startup company. Grant is distributed when company meets milestones that you will define with the Program manager.
$15,000+ in-kind services and benefits
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Application deadline for the 2026 LaunchLNK Grant was January 20, 2026. The next grant cycle will open in Q4 2026.
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Six recipients will be chosen from a competitive applicant pool.
We receive 50-100 applications per cycle.
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The process includes the initial application review, screening calls, and interviews with a selection committee.
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We prioritize companies where the LaunchLNK grant could contribute to economic impact. We want to deploy the dollars where it will spur revenue and job creation and attract additional capital investment.
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Startups stand out when they have a clear use of funds to advance their company or get to the next milestone.
We look for founders that are actively contributing to the Lincoln business or innovation community.
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Yes! We welcome companies who apply in multiple grant cycles.
You are eligible as long as you have not already been awarded a LaunchLNK grant.
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Read about past recipients on our LaunchLNK Stories page.
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All industries and types of companies are welcome to apply. A goal and vision for business growth is a must.
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Email startuplnk@selectlincoln.org with questions.
2026 LaunchLNK Winners
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DineU
Secure campus food delivery
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Doomsun
Energy market trading tools
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Grazestat
Equine health monitoring
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Kimto
Family legacy planning platform
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MicroFarm OS
Backyard farm marketplace
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Rheam Medical
Safer laparoscopic surgery entry
Past LaunchLNK Winners
2025: Build Más | Bullseye GX | FuturHerd Solutions | Landoption | Set Your Sites | Short Answer
2024: DARO | Larkspur | ReUnite | Road Sentinel | The Headset App | Viosimos Ag
2023: Boveye | Cattle Kettle | Curbside | InforMedic | Nave Analytics
2022: Fanword | Little Movements Apparel | Senior Care Finder | Sentinel Fertigation | Tiiga
2021: Corral Technologies | Iron Sun | Job Share Connect | Oculi Data | Sub Guru
2020: BrandPlan | FileFuse | Layer | Pawlytics
2019: BasicBlock | Canary Sound Design | Canduit | Sapahn
2018: Savr
LaunchLNK Stories
Discover the inspiring stories of current & past LaunchLNK recipients—visionary founders who are turning their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Learn how they're leveraging the LaunchLNK grant to lay the groundwork for future success.
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