National Science Foundation - SBIR - Phase I, II, & Fast Track
National Science Foundation
Rolling Submissions
Description
- Program: NSF Phase I SBIR/STTR (America’s Seed Fund)
- What it offers: Up to $305,000 in non-dilutive funding for 6–18 months to support early-stage R&D on high-risk, high-impact technologies.
- Purpose: Prove technical feasibility, de-risk early ideas, and lay the groundwork for commercialization.
- Who should apply: Startups and small businesses developing deep-tech innovations with strong commercial potential and societal impact.
- Key benefit: No equ…
NSF Phase I SBIR/STTR Grant Overview
The NSF Phase I SBIR/STTR grant provides up to $305,000 in non-dilutive funding for 6–18 months to support early-stage research and development (R&D) for small businesses working on high-risk, high-impact technologies.
As part of America…
Source
Grant ID
24-579
Funding Source
National Science Foundation
Program
SBIR
Awards & Funding
Total Funding
$85M
Award Floor
$305,000
Funding Amount
~$305,000
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