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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.

Vital Lessons from 2020 Provide a Blueprint for Pennsylvania’s Economic Future

Scott Nissenbaum

Jul 26, 20214 min

Vital Lessons from 2020 Provide a Blueprint for Pennsylvania’s Economic Future

BFTP/SEP's grant & partnership with Philly startup leaders was a response to a community call to action to support underrepresented founders

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

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jul 26, 20212 min

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.

Ben Franklin/SEP uses additional funds to focus on 'surviving and thriving' firms during pandemic

Philadelphia Business Journal

Jul 20, 20212 min

Ben Franklin/SEP uses additional funds to focus on 'surviving and thriving' firms during pandemic

The seed fund received an additional $1 million in April 2020 from DCED to supplement its $3.5 million from Pa.'s standard challenge grant.