Our Mission
Our mission is to foster innovation, nurture creative ideas, and empower aspiring entrepreneurs in Grand Forks, ND. We achieve this by providing entrepreneurial education, expert coaching, and serving as a local business resource hub.
Together, We Drive The Future.
$30 Million+
Capital Raised
Capital Raised
11,157 Sq. Ft.
of Incubator Space
of Incubator Space
150+
Employed by Incubator Members
Employed by Incubator Members
100+
Clients Funded By Innovate ND
Clients Funded By Innovate ND
25+
Student Interns
Student Interns
Our services/programs
Whether you are developing an idea, are an entrepreneur to start your business, or a company seeking to grow, at the Center for Innovation, we transform your goals into reality with the support of our experts. Come and discover how we can help you!
Our Experts can help you with the following and more
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News
- Member Spotlight: Black Ridge Construction
Black Ridge Construction is a graduating member of the UND Center for Innovation and a purpose-driven construction management firm founded in 2023. In this Member Spotlight, learn how transparency, collaboration, and intentional growth helped BRC build momentum and prepare for their next chapter. - 2026 InternGF Launch Party
Join the UND Center for Innovation and Grand Forks Region EDC for the 2026 Launch of InternGF! - De-Risking Innovation: The Power of SBIR/STTR Grants for StartupsÂ
The SBIR/STTR programs provide competitive, non-dilutive funding that helps startups and researchers de-risk innovation and move new technologies toward commercialization. Backed by federal agencies like NSF, NASA, and DoD, these grants offer a critical pathway for early-stage ideas to gain validation, resources, and investor confidence.
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