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Army Launches $6M Innovation Competition for Small Businesses

May 13, 2025
Funding the Future

The Army is funding innovative tech from small businesses—up to $6M per award. Submit your concept white paper by June 4.

NYSERDA Seeks Contractors for West Valley Operations & Maintenance Contract (RFP 5942)

May 12, 2025
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NYSERDA RFP 5942 seeks experienced contractors for operations, emergency response, and maintenance at a Western NY nuclear site. Proposals are due June 9, 2025.

New York Launches Youth Safe Spaces Funding Program to Promote Mental Health and Inclusion

May 5, 2025
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New York is funding youth mental health Safe Spaces—only four awards available. Learn how to make your proposal stand out.

Navigating NSF Grant Terminations: What You Need to Know and Do

April 29, 2025
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Hundreds of NSF research awards have been terminated due to shifting program priorities. These terminations are final and not appealable. Here’s how current and future awardees can protect their projects, stay informed, and plan ahead.

From Lab Bench to Market: Why the IIJA TCF Could Change the Game for Your Innovation

April 28, 2025
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This DOE fund helps innovators push tech from lab to market. It backs equity, commercialization, and real-world impact—without taking equity.

Reminder: Major SBIR/STTR & Federal Innovation Funding Opportunities Still Open – Don’t Miss Out!

April 21, 2025
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Federal SBIR/STTR funding is still open. Don’t miss your chance to fuel innovation with non-dilutive capital and support.

Here is your quick guide to what’s still open and worth keeping an eye on right now.

NSF Engines Cohort II – Due April 15th

March 18, 2025
Funding the Future

The NSF Engines Cohort II RFP has been released with notable updates to the solicitation. Full proposals are by invitation only, with submissions due by April 15, 2025.