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Innovation Matching Grants (IMG) Program is a grant from Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) that funds New York State small businesses that have received federal SBIR or STTR awards, providing state matching funds to supplement and extend federally-funded R&D. Awards match up to $100,000 for Phase I federal SBIR/STTR recipients and up to $200,000 for Phase II recipients.
The program is designed to help small businesses grow innovative technologies, create jobs, and increase New York's global competitiveness. Eligible applicants are small businesses resident in New York State, independently owned and operated, not dominant in their field, and employing 100 or fewer persons.
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NYSTAR Request for Proposals and Applications Submission Portal The mission of Empire State Development (“ESD”) is to promote a vigorous and growing state economy, encourage business investment and job creation, and support diverse, prosperous local economies across New York State through the efficient use of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing, and other forms of assistance.
New York State offers resources designed to enable new and existing businesses to become more competitive through the use of innovative technologies. Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) aims to foster technology-driven economic growth in New York State by supporting innovation and commercialization of new technologies.
NYSTAR does this by providing resources, funding, and support to businesses, universities, and research institutions across the state. On this web portal, you can review and respond to Requests for Proposals and Applications for NYSTAR Programs. Please review the guidelines and eligibility criteria carefully for each opportunity before beginning your submission.
NYSTAR Opportunities Include: Innovation Matching Grants Program Program Manager: Melanie LaRose Contact: IMGProgram@esd. ny. gov New York Global Entrepreneurs Program (NYGEP) Program Manager: Toby Garcia Contact: NYGEP@esd.
ny. gov NYSTAR Cleantech Corporate Innovation Challenge Program Manager: Toby Garcia Contact: cleantech. challenge@esd.
ny. gov If you have questions regarding a Proposal, Application, or Program, please email the relevant Program Manager identified above. If you would like to learn more about NYSTAR or ESD, please visit our websites at esd.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses resident in New York State, independently owned and operated, not dominant in their field, and employing 100 or fewer persons. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $100,000 for Phase I federal SBIR/STTR; Up to $200,000 for Phase II federal SBIR/STTR. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Innovation Matching Grants (IMG) Program is funded by Empire State Development – NYSTAR. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. 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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