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AZ FAST Grant is sponsored by Arizona Commerce Authority. This program supports Arizona small businesses in preparing competitive federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) proposals. It provides financial support for proposal costs to help businesses compete for federal research and development opportunities and advance technology commercialization.
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The Small Business Administration’s Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program is designed to support entrepreneurs and startups through programs that advance innovative, technology-driven small businesses. The Arizona Commerce Authority has partnered with the Small Business Administration (SBA) to facilitate the FAST program in Arizona.
Arizona’s FAST program provides funds, resources, training, and network opportunities to help entrepreneurs succeed in their Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposal. The program gives startups more competitive bids for federally-funded innovation and research and development programs. FAST Program applications are OPEN.
Each round will award six applicants up to $3,000 each. Please note: FAST Grant funding is only available to Arizona businesses. **AZ FAST Grant Information** Download the PDF and learn how the application process works.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Eligibility requirements are defined as: 1. An organized for-profit with a place of business located in the United States. 2.
More than 50 percent is owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are citizens or permanent resident aliens of the United States or by other small business concerns that are each more than 50 percent owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are citizens or permanent resident aliens of the United States. 3. No more than 500 employees, including affiliates.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Arizona small businesses preparing federal SBIR/STTR applications. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $3,000 per award. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for AZ FAST Grant are due March 19, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
AZ FAST Grant is funded by Arizona Commerce Authority. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Arizona. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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