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Manufacturing Modernization Grants

Manufacturing grants from $50,000 to $200,000 for equipment, automation and workforce training. See eligibility for small manufacturers and apply.

Manufacturing Grants, explained honestly.

Manufacturing modernization grants help small producers upgrade equipment, pilot lean automation and train operators. The goal is resilience and competitiveness — not simply replacing old machinery.

The Cascadia Manufacturing Modernization Fund in our catalogue provides $50,000 to $200,000 in capital grants covering equipment, training, installation and indirect costs capped at 10%. Disbursements are tied to verified quarterly milestones.

This page covers eligibility, the evidence reviewers expect and how to structure a modernization project that can be evaluated at each milestone.

Last reviewed Aug 29, 2026. Programme rules and deadlines can change — always confirm details on the official source before submitting.

Who typically qualifies

  • An operating manufacturer with 10 to 80 employees.
  • Operations inside the programme's eligible jurisdictions.
  • A defined equipment, automation or training project.
  • Safety inspection clearance with no active violations pending remediation.
  • Willingness to host evaluation visits and share baseline data.
  • Commitment to participate in shared-learning activities.

What the funding covers

  • Equipment purchase and installation.
  • Lean automation pilots.
  • Operator training and workforce development.
  • Indirect costs, capped at 10% of the award.
  • Quarterly milestone reporting through completion.
  • No repayment required for the equipment portion.

Live Opportunities

Current Manufacturing Grants.

Every listing below is researched and verified. Open an opportunity for full eligibility detail, required documents and the official source link.

Application Path

How to apply, step by step.

The same five-stage path applies whether you handle the application yourself or engage FedOP for support.

  1. 01

    Attend the information webinar

    The programme runs a webinar before each intake. It covers eligibility, milestone reporting and the evaluation obligations attached to the grant.

  2. 02

    Submit the application

    The file includes workforce composition, equipment scope with quotes, training partnership letters and safety clearance statements.

  3. 03

    Joint scoping call

    Board engineers review the project scope with you. Be ready to discuss baseline metrics and the productivity outcome you expect.

  4. 04

    Approval and kickoff

    Approvals run in monthly cycles. Successful applicants complete a kickoff workshop and baseline data capture.

  5. 05

    Milestone reviews

    Quarterly reviews release disbursements as milestones are verified. Keep quotes valid through the approval month to avoid re-pricing delays.

Not sure whether your file is ready? A short intake is enough for us to confirm fit and map a realistic application path.

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FAQ

Manufacturing Grants, Answered.

Direct answers to the questions applicants ask most often about this category.

Full grant FAQ
What counts as modernization?
Equipment upgrades, automation that improves throughput or quality, and operator training tied to those changes. The project must have a measurable productivity or resilience outcome.
Is matching funding required?
Requirements vary by project and programme. Some awards cover the full eligible cost, while others expect co-investment. We confirm the position before you submit.
Can leased equipment be funded?
The fund generally targets owned and installed capital equipment. Leasing arrangements need programme confirmation and should be disclosed in the application.
Can training be included?
Yes. Operator training is an eligible component, provided it is linked to the equipment or process change and supported by a training partner letter.
Do I have to host visits?
Yes. Evaluation cooperation and shared-learning participation are contractual conditions of the award.

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