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DED suspends $1.2 million grant to Nebraska Startup Academy after reports of mismanagement

The NSA has been a cornerstone of the startup ecosystem since its launch in 2023, helping entrepreneurs and connecting startups with local corporations. But its future is in question after both DED and the Nebraska auditor’s office allege mismanagement of a $1.2 million state grant that makes up almost 90% of NSA’s funding.

Startup Week is back with ecosystem celebrations, networking and education from Nov. 16-21

Now in the hands of Open Range, the startup backbone organization, Startup Week is a collaboration with over 30 community partners to uplift the Nebraska startup ecosystem. Events range from pitches and networking to educational panels and a Women’s Entrepreneurship Day of events.

Prairie Portraits: Teresa Friesen

The Prairie Portraits series features founders, funders and community builders from Nebraska's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Founders have until Nov. 18 to apply for 2027 Pipeline programs

Pipeline Entrepreneurs is a Kansas City-based support organization for Midwest startup founders. Its Fellowship and Pathfinder programs provide education and professional connections to help entrepreneurs reach the next stage of growth for their businesses.

Q3 2026 Nebraska venture capital update: Follow-up rounds and accelerator programs

Silicon Prairie News reached out to nonprofit venture development organization Invest Nebraska to compile a list of venture capital investments in Nebraska startups July-September 2026. The list is based on information from Invest Nebraska investments and private capital market database PitchBook.