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Advanced Manufacturing Facilities (AMF) Grant is a grant from the Arizona Commerce Authority that funds Arizona startups and semiconductor growth companies seeking to advance manufacturing capabilities. The program provides up to $50,000 per company and is part of Arizona Commerce Authority efforts to support the state's innovation ecosystem, particularly in semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors.
The grant is designed to help companies mobilize and build the infrastructure needed to compete in the federal SBIR and STTR programs and broader commercialization activities. Eligible applicants are Arizona startup innovation and semiconductor growth companies. The program works alongside federal FAST partnership resources to strengthen Arizona's startup pipeline.
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Arizona Resources and Grants for SBIR/STTR Funding Success SBIR/STTR RESOURCE CENTER The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs fund a diverse portfolio of startups and small businesses across technology areas and markets to stimulate technological innovation.
These highly competitive programs advance commercialization and research and development opportunities for startups and small businesses. The Arizona Commerce Authority has aggregated a collection of SBIR/STTR resources to mobilize and equip the state's startups and small businesses to successfully compete for federal research opportunities.
Federal And State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program The Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program provides funding to technology-based economic development entities to execute programs that increase the competitiveness of startups and small businesses for SBIR/STTR proposals. FAST is intended to increase successful applications from underrepresented groups and regions.
To ensure Arizona’s startup ecosystem has access to the resources necessary for competitive applications, the ACA has partnered with the SBA to offer grants funded by the FAST program. These grants will accelerate the innovation ecosystem’s competitive advantage to meet federal research and development needs.
The Arizona Commerce Authority is pleased to partner with Arizona State University, a significant semiconductor influence in the state and nationwide, to offer the Advanced Manufacturing Facilities (AMF) Grant. The AMF Grant grant allows discounted pricing for access that matches 1:1 of Core Facility usage (up to $50,000 per company), supporting Arizona's startup innovation and semiconductor growth.
It provides shared semiconductor fabrication and characterization equipment with pilot-scale capabilities at ASU's Established Core Facilities , specialized services, and expert consultation and training. SBIR/STTR Training Program The Arizona Commerce Authority launched an SBIR/STTR training program to accelerate commercialization and investment opportunities in the state.
The program provides entrepreneurs, small business owners and startups with the local resources and mentors to apply for funding through the SBIR program competitively. The Arizona small business community has access to SBIR/STTR funding resources.
The resources include assistance in applying, tips on preparing detailed proposals and guidance from experts who have successfully obtained grants through SBIR/STTR programs, consultants, grant writers, organizations and more. The Arizona FAST program is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Arizona's startup innovation and semiconductor growth companies. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $50,000 per company Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.