Our story
We're a global crew, thriving remotely and embracing diversityโunited by big ideas and a friendly rivalry to see which team wins: dog lovers or cat fans.
We're a global crew, thriving remotely and embracing diversityโunited by big ideas and a friendly rivalry to see which team wins: dog lovers or cat fans.
Our journey started with a shared dream: To help founders working on the world's most impactful problems find funding for their business. But we're founders as well and the time we spend fundraising means time away from focusing on our mission.
We realized we weren't alone in this struggle. Too many founders with incredible, world-changing ideas face the same uphill battle โ investing time and energy in fundraising instead of building the very solutions that could make a difference. That's when it hit us: Why focus on just one project when we could help so many?
At Scout, we're not just finding funding; we're amplifying impact. We believe in the power of great ideas and the incredible founders behind them. Every time we meet a visionary entrepreneur, our passion grows, and we see their dreams as our own. Our mission is simple: to be the driving force that helps founders unlock the capital they need to scale their solutions sustainably.
Together, we can create a ripple effect of positive change, one funded idea at a time.
We embrace the passion for helping founders, the drive for meaningful impact, and the collaborative spirit.
Software engineer and product leader with over 20 years in health tech and climate tech.
Federal grants and contract professional who secured over $40M of non-dilutive funding. SBIR/STTR advisor and reviewer. Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry.
Software Engineer with over 15 years of architecting and building scalable applications.
Software engineer with a creative edge, crafting seamless digital experiences with a keen eye for detail and a love for clean, engaging interfaces that put the end user first.
End-to-end product designer, who loves crafting complex apps for specialized domains, pixel by perfect pixel. Former Architect and Urban Planner.
Product designer with focus on usability and user experience, with the main goal of becoming a great problem solver.
QA and Data Quality Engineer with a strong focus on ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and performance of software systems and data processes.
Full-stack engineer with passion for solving complex challenges while having fun. Always looking for the new best thing.
Management consultant with over 10 years of experience in R&D grants, government contracts, and business development.
Attorney and fundraising expert who builds public-private partnerships and secures grants for social impact initiatives.
Seasoned proposal development expert with over a decade of experience, streamlining processes with technology.
Product leader with 10 years of experience building products in media, climate tech, and AI.
Software engineer formerly with Clio, Shopify and York University.
Data-driven product and strategy leader. Industial engineering at Northwestern - former Sofar, GoPuff and Deloitte.
Grant strategy consultation, opportunity identification and what is best for your company.
Founder & CEO โ Rubi Laboratories
Scout made it so easy to prepare multiple high-quality SBIR applications in parallel while also bringing significant expertise as a team to improving and submitting our proposal! Their platform is a game-changer. They're a fantastic team to work with and we're exciting to continue our partnership.
Head of Product โ Renewal Bio
Throughout the process, they were professional, responsive and highly engaged. I especially appreciated their flexibility and willingness to adapt when we wanted to shift directions or revise the plan. Their guidance and support made the grant writing process much smoother, and we always felt we were in good hands. Overall, it was a very positive experience, and I would be happy to work together again in the future.
CEO โ Elementium Materials
Great customer support. They drove it from start to finish, helping us through a number of unexpected hurdles. Really great to have in our corner and look forward to working with them again in the future!
SVP Product and Strategic Grwoth - Ettitude
This was our first time applying for an SBIR Phase 1 Grant and the SCOUT team was critical to successfully filing on time with all of the necessary requirements. They not only helped us navigate the process but also provided valuable expertise and guidance specific to our project. The team kept us on track for every milestone and drove the project to completion in an extremely organized manor. We look forward to working with them again on additional grant opportunities.
Founder & CTO โ Fourth Power
From developing a clear strategy to drafting and submitting the proposal, they guided us every step of the way with incredible expertise and dedication.
Executive Director โ OrthoCarolina Research Institute
As the leader of a small non-profit, our resources are often stretched. The Scout Team has helped push multiple heavy lift grant applications over the finish line. They have provided excellent guidance and direction and continue to meet our organization and align their support with our organizational needs.
Co-founder โ Axolo Med
We approached Scout to learn how we could improve our first NIH STTR Phase I submission which was not scored/rejected. I was impressed how they quickly turned around a stronger, more rigorous proposal.
Founder & CEO โ Resilient Reach Inc.
As a startup navigating the NIH SBIR Phase I proposal process, Scout was an absolute game-changer for us, they provided expert guidance on strategy, handled the preparation of all drafts and organized the supporting documents, making the submission process seamless. Their attention to detail and proactive approach saved us countless hours and ensured we put forth the strongest possible proposal.
Founder & CEO - Purpuratus
This was our first time applying for a grant, and the Scout team was INVALUABLE. They helped us from square 0 -> submission of our SBIR Phase 1 proposal with the NSF. They provided help with pre-application, criteria screening, application writing and proofreading, material preparation, and submission.
Co-founder & CSO โ Immutiverse Inc.
They lead and prepared drafts, organizing supporting documents, and ensuring a smooth submission. Their expertise and hands-on approach turned what felt like an insurmountable task into a well-managed process.
Founder & CEO โ Kipo.ai
At Kipo, we're a deeply technical team, but navigating the complexities of grant funding was a significant challenge for us. Working with Scout made the process seamless. They wrote a DLA SBIR Phase I Grant for us in under three weeks and several more after. Scout was amazing in not only writing the grant but also guiding us through the entire process of getting letters of recommendations, completing the budget and submitting the grant. I'll be continuing to work with the Scout team!
Founder & CEO โ TAGCarts, Inc.
They've helped us prepare a solid NIH SBIR Phase I proposal to bring our innovative healthcare solutions to life. Their expertise and guidance throughout the process made all the difference. Well done Scout and thank you!