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Ben Franklin Technology Partners has earned international acclaim as the gold standard in technology-based economic development. The risks associated with underfunding the centers are clear.

Shapiro Administration investing in tech companies to spur Pa. economy, workforce

Central Penn Business Journal

Jan 291 min read

Shapiro Administration investing in tech companies to spur Pa. economy, workforce

$3 million was awarded through the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority (BFTDA) & is aimed at advancing the competitiveness of Pa.

$16.4 Million in Challenge Grant Funding Approved for Ben Franklin Technology Partner Projects

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jul 29, 20223 min read

$16.4 Million in Challenge Grant Funding Approved for Ben Franklin Technology Partner Projects

DCED & the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority (BFTDA) announced $16.4M in Challenge Grant Funding Approved for Ben Franklin

Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 26, 20222 min read

Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

Statewide initiative helped clients create 2,438 jobs, retain 12,923 more, & generate $2 billion in revenue, according to 2021 Impact Report

Flooring company flourishes thanks to innovative system that makes replacement easy

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 4, 20224 min read

Flooring company flourishes thanks to innovative system that makes replacement easy

The desire to develop an entrepreneurial effort in home territory is in keeping with a trend that gained momentum during the pandemic.

Proposed Budget Recognizes Innovation is Pennsylvania’s Best Path Forward

Ryan E. Glenn

Feb 22, 20223 min read

Proposed Budget Recognizes Innovation is Pennsylvania’s Best Path Forward

Moving forward, Ben Franklin is united in its mission to power economic growth and improve the human condition through innovation.

Gov. Wolf's proposed budget would give Ben Franklin Technology Partners $8M to fund more startups

Philadelphia Business Journal

Feb 15, 20222 min read

Gov. Wolf's proposed budget would give Ben Franklin Technology Partners $8M to fund more startups

BFTP currently funds about 50 startups per year, and the new funding proposed by Gov. Wolf could support an additional 10 to 15 companies

Here's what Gov. Wolf's budget proposal could mean for region's startups, entrepreneurs

Pittsburgh Inno

Feb 14, 20223 min read

Here's what Gov. Wolf's budget proposal could mean for region's startups, entrepreneurs

Wolf's PA budget proposal would represent a more than 57% increase in funding from the $3.5 million IW currently operates on each year.

Investments in Innovation Keep Pa.’s Economy Growing

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Feb 8, 20222 min read

Investments in Innovation Keep Pa.’s Economy Growing

Under the governor’s proposed budget, each Ben Franklin would receive $5.5 million, totaling $22 million for the statewide initiative.

DCED: Wolf administration announces $1 million in funding for start-up tech companies

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jan 27, 20221 min read

DCED: Wolf administration announces $1 million in funding for start-up tech companies

January 27, 2022 Harrisburg, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Dennis Davin and the Ben Franklin...

Ben Franklin Continues to Reward Pennsylvania for its Investment

Stephen Brawley

Jan 14, 20223 min read

Ben Franklin Continues to Reward Pennsylvania for its Investment

I love working with Ben Franklin of Central & Northern Pa. because of the work we do every day to help expand & diversify Pa.'s economy

Wolf Administration Announces $3 Million in Funding for Investments in Start-Up Companies

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Oct 27, 20212 min read

Wolf Administration Announces $3 Million in Funding for Investments in Start-Up Companies

Rittenhouse will maintain an office presence at the Philadelphia Navy Yard and will continue to collaborate with the BFTP/SEP

DCED: $14 Million in Challenge Grant Funding Approved for Ben Franklin Technology Partner Projects

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jul 26, 20212 min read

DCED: $14 Million in Challenge Grant Funding Approved for Ben Franklin Technology Partner Projects

Each of the four Ben Franklin partners will receive $3.5 million in funding.

2021-22 Budget Invests in Innovation by Continuing Support for Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jun 29, 20212 min read

2021-22 Budget Invests in Innovation by Continuing Support for Ben Franklin Technology Partners

The $14.5 million investment in the 2021-22 budget keeps Ben Franklin’s base appropriation level.

CPBJ: Wolf administration approves $5 million for Pa. startups

Central Penn Business Journal

Apr 23, 20212 min read

CPBJ: Wolf administration approves $5 million for Pa. startups

SeventySix Capital Fund II LP, 412 Venture Fund LP, and SoundBoard Venture Fund LP

Keeping Up with the Joneses: Pa. Must Prioritize Innovation to Compete with Neighboring States

Ryan E. Glenn

Mar 1, 20214 min read

Keeping Up with the Joneses: Pa. Must Prioritize Innovation to Compete with Neighboring States

Now more than ever that investments in innovation are critical to fuel the recovery that will help to get our economy back on track.

Here's what the proposed state budget could mean for Innovation Work's funding

Pittsburgh Business Times

Feb 8, 20212 min read

Here's what the proposed state budget could mean for Innovation Work's funding

Rich Lunak, president and CEO of Innovation Works, anticipates IW will receive about $3.5 million of the funding.

Ben Franklin Technology Partners Responds to FY 2021-22 Budget

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Feb 4, 20212 min read

Ben Franklin Technology Partners Responds to FY 2021-22 Budget

Gov. Wolf’s proposed 2021-22 General Fund budget would provide continued investments in innovation through $14.5 million in funding to BFTP.

DCED Highlights AireLife’s Revolutionary Air Filtration System for COVID-19 Mitigation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jan 5, 20212 min read

DCED Highlights AireLife’s Revolutionary Air Filtration System for COVID-19 Mitigation

"LifeAire is an outstanding example of a young company that has responded swiftly and effectively to this pandemic.”

Amid COVID-19 Recovery Efforts, Pennsylvania Must Focus on Economic Growth for Communities

Stephen Brawley

May 5, 20203 min read

Amid COVID-19 Recovery Efforts, Pennsylvania Must Focus on Economic Growth for Communities

We appreciate recent assistance to startups during this unprecedented time. Now we must begin the work to keep Pa. on the right econ. path.

Ben Franklin Awarded $4 Million to Aid Struggling Startups, Foster Innovation in Response to COVID19

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 23, 20203 min read

Ben Franklin Awarded $4 Million to Aid Struggling Startups, Foster Innovation in Response to COVID19

Before the COVID-19 outbreak, Gov. Tom Wolf proposed a 2020-21 General Fund budget that included a $5 million increase for BFTDA.