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America's Seed Fund (SBIR/STTR) - SBA is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). America's Seed Fund, powered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, awards non-dilutive funding to startups and small businesses to develop technology and chart a path toward commercialization.
The program happens in three phases: Phase I (Proof of Concept, $50,000 - $275,000), Phase II (Technology Development, $750,000 - $1. 8 million), and Phase III (Commercialization).
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Project description (10–15 pages addressing innovation, technical approach, and R&D plan)
Commercialization strategy
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Startups and small businesses engaged in scientific research and development. The program encourages scientific research that helps meet federal research and development objectives and has high potential for commercialization. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $1.8 million (Phases I and II). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
America's Seed Fund (SBIR/STTR) - SBA is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Project description (10–15 pages), Budget details, Biographical sketches, Commercialization strategy, and Intellectual property agreements (required for STTR; recommended for SBIR with subawards). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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