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AZ FAST Grant is sponsored by Arizona Commerce Authority. The AZ FAST Grant, part of the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program, supports entrepreneurs and startups by providing funds, resources, training, and network opportunities to help them succeed in their Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposals. The program aims to advance innovative, technology-driven small businesses.
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Arizona Federal & State Technology Partnership Program 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 now OPEN through March 23, 2026.
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: An organized for-profit with a place of business located in the United States.
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. No more than 500 employees, including affiliates. Use left and right arrow keys to navigate between slides
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Arizona businesses that are organized for-profit with a place of business in the United States, more than 50% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens, and have no more than 500 employees. Focused on those preparing competitive bids for federally-funded innovation and R&D programs. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $3,000 per applicant. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
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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