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SBIR Phase I Grant

Run by Small Business Administration, a federal agency

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

Award
Up to $275,000
Deadline
Varies by agency
Run by
Small Business Administration
Federal

Who it's for

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

Small Business Administration decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at sbir.gov

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Where this comes from

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