Funding & Resources
The Pava Center equips your venture with the funding, tools, and guidance it needs to grow. From early-stage support to long-term strategy, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Funding Opportunities
Student entrepreneurs and recent alumni can access non-dilutive funding from $100 to $100,000 in grants and prizes. Community changemakers may apply to the Social Innovation Lab. These funds accelerate early-stage, impact-driven ideas without equity.
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Resources
Access information about ventures resources like mentorship, funding application FAQs, IP policies, innovation co-working space, startup connections, and pro bono services.
Access ResourcesUpcoming Program Deadlines
View all programsIgnite Fund
Applications accepted monthly
Pava Center Funding
Awards gifted under this fund typically range from $100 to $1,000.
HopStart
Applications open November
Johns Hopkins Funding
Hosted by the Center for Leadership Ed, compete to pitch your startup to win up to $5,000.
I&E Challenge
Applications open November
Pava Center Funding
Consolidates a diverse portfolio of awards into a single initiative. Non-dilutive grants up to $30,000.
Programs
Open to all ventures, Pava Center accelerators help teams grow with stage-based tracks, stipends, and Demo Day funding.