Washington DC - June 3, 2026 - US Ignite officially launched the Supporting U.S. Regional Growth & Entrepreneurship (SURGE) Program, a $3.9M initiative supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF). This program will equip regional coalitions with the structure, guidance, and connections needed to advance regional innovation and economic growth.

US Ignite announced a $3.9 million investment from the U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) to establish Supporting U.S. Regional Growth & Entrepreneurship (SURGE). This new national initiative is designed to help regional coalitions amplify ongoing innovation efforts for sustainable economic growth through actionable tools, trusted expert guidance, and a powerful national peer network.