While AI can be a useful tool in grant research, it does not replace the human subject matter expert. 🧠 🔍 💵
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Reach out to funders before applying for a specific opportunity
Building a relationship with the program officer is a key strategy for small business owners applying for federal grant funding. Personalize your approach, ask thoughtful questions, and be persistent but not pushy to increase your chances of success! ☎️ 📞 💻
AI’s Role, Capabilities, and Drawbacks in Grant Funding Research
AI can not identify grant funding opportunities that fit a specific project without human intervention. 💻 🧠 💵
NSF extends SBIR submission window
The current SBIR/STTR Phase I solicitation submission window end date has been extended to 5:00 PM submitter’s local time on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Stay tuned for new SBIR/STTR submission opportunities.
Why you need an Evaluator for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II proposals
The EDA Tech Hubs program has mandated reporting and evaluation requirements for all Phase II! Be sure you are selecting an evaluator early on the proposal preparation process! 🔎 🔭
What is the relationship between AI and grant writing?
The emergence of several tools promising to create grant proposals using AI and little human intervention has some applicants wondering if this is a viable solution. Here is our take on the relationship between grant writing and AI. 🖥 🧠 ✍️
Be prepared to answer these 9 questions in your grant applications
When applying for federal grants, it’s important to be prepared to answer questions about how your business aligns with the values and priorities of the funding organization, the potential risks and challenges associated with your project, your short and long-term goals, your team’s experience and expertise, the impact your project will have on the community, your business’s mission and budget, metrics you will use to measure success, and your personal story as the founder. 📐 💴 📕
NSF ITE Startup Accelerator Ignition Program Award Winners Announced
The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) ITE Feasibility Study for Startup Accelerator Ignition Program award requires extensive reporting to continue receiving funding. Savvy applicants will enlist the help of their external independent evaluator to meet these reporting requirements. 📊
If you are looking at US Federal Funding – Begin SAM Registration NOW
What is the first step for any company who wants to apply for federal grant funding? Registration with SAM.gov. Here’s why…🏛️📋
The 3 Reasons to Communicate with the Funder
Communicating effectively with a funder is a critical skill in preparing a competitive application. 📞 📧