Quantum FAST Challenge
Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
The Quantum FAST Challenge is a competitive grant program that seeks to strengthen California's quantum ecosystem by funding projects in two priority areas: (1) Education and workforce development projects that build the talent pipeline that quantum technologies require; and (2) Applied use case…
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What Is This Program?
What Benefits Are Offered?
Competitive grant funding for projects that strengthen California's quantum ecosystem through education, workforce development, and applied use case demonstrations.
Who Is Eligible?
Industries: quantum technology
Region: California
Other Criteria: California public higher education institutions, Projects must be led by a faculty member or administrator from a University of California, California State University, or California Community College, Private industry stakeholders, relevant nonprofits, and workforce organizations may serve as partners on a project proposal, Must be legally authorized to conduct business in California, Must be in good standing and have active status with the California Secretary of State
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FAQFrequently Asked Questions
Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.
This program offers funding up to $500,000 (minimum $50,000).
The application deadline is October 20, 2026.
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