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Funding the Future
FedEx Small Business Grant Contest
The FedEx Small Business Grant Contest recognizes and rewards unique small businesses with grants up to $50,000. Entering the contest is a chance to promote your business and get your fans excited to spread the word about you.
#NSF revises small business application process
America’s Seed Fund powered by the National Science Foundation (NSF) is piloting changes to the Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) proposal submission process.
Funding Opportunities Due in March
Looking for funding? We have your list for March. March will be here before you know it, so act fast.
#EDA Launches 2019 Regional Innovation Strategies Program Competition
EDA just announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2019 Regional Innovation Strategies (RIS) Program funding. All applications to the 2019 RIS Program competitions must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Thursday, April 4, 2019.
76WEST Clean Energy Competition Application Open
Leading clean energy startups are encouraged to apply, and the six most promising businesses will be awarded individual prizes ranging from $250,000 up to $1 million and afforded critical business and technical resources.
2019 Phase I ED/IES SBIR Program Solicitation DELAYED
As of January 11, 2019: It is now anticipated that the 2019 ED/IES SBIR Phase I program solicitation will be released on or around January 31, 2019, with a due date 45 days later. Please note: the Department of Education and its SBIR program are NOT affected by the partial government shutdown.
DOE SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 2
DOE SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 2 LOI was due January 7th at 5 pm Eastern. Did you get your LOI in on time in PAMS?
#Funding Opportunities Due in January & February
Looking for funding? We have your list for January & February. January will be here before you know it, so act fast.
Beyond #SBIR: Other Non-Dilutive Funding Streams
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants are a great place to start when searching for funding streams for your small business. Because of the various government organizations that offer grants, SBIR provides plenty of opportunities for grants in a variety of fields. However, SBIR is not the only form of non-dilutive funding available for small businesses; it’s important not to get so caught up in searching for an SBIR, that you overlook other potential funding sources that could be very beneficial for your business.