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New York State Innovation Matching Grants Program is a grant from Empire State Development (NYSTAR) that funds technology-driven economic growth by matching federal SBIR and STTR awards for New York-based small businesses. NYSTAR's mission is to foster innovation and commercialization of new technologies by providing resources, funding, and support to businesses, universities, and research institutions across New York State.
Eligible applicants are New York-based small businesses with 100 or fewer employees that have a pending or recently awarded federal SBIR or STTR grant. Awards range from $100,000 to $200,000, with the next application deadline on April 8, 2026.
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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 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.
ny. gov/innovation-development-support and esd. ny.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: New York-based small businesses with 100 or fewer employees. Must have a pending or recently awarded federal SBIR/STTR grant. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $100,000 - $200,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 8, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Innovation Matching Grants Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (NYSTAR). This program provides matching funds for New York State small businesses that have received federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants. The funds are intended to expedite commercialization and cover expenses not allowed under SBIR/STTR, such as business planning, commercialization, patents, and marketing studies.
Innovation Matching Grants (IMG) Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (NYSTAR). The Innovation Matching Grants (IMG) Program in New York aims to foster the growth of small businesses and the development of new technologies by providing matching funds for federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants. The program also offers technical assistance resources for Phase II and Phase III awards. Funds can be used for expenses not typically covered by SBIR/STTR, such as business planning, commercialization, patents, and marketing.