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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Montana small businesses preparing SBIR/STTR proposals in the federal fiscal year 2026. Applicants must complete the TechLink FAST Microgrant Application. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $3,000 per year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for FAST Microgrants are due September 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
FAST Microgrants is funded by Montana Innovation Partnership (MTIP) powered by MSU TechLink Center (funded in part by U.S. Small Business Administration). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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