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SBIR Phase I Grant

Administered by Small Business Administration · sbir.gov

Seed funding for small businesses to explore R&D feasibility for federal agencies. America's largest innovation grant program.

Eligibility requirements

  • ✓US small business ≤500 employees
  • ✓51%+ US owned
  • ✓PI employed by applicant
Insider tip

DOD, NIH, DOE, and NASA are the biggest SBIR agencies. Check each separately at SBIR.gov.

How to apply

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