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One NC Small Business Program - Incentive Funds is sponsored by North Carolina Department of Commerce's Office of Science, Technology & Innovation (OSTI). The Incentive Funds component of the One NC Small Business Program reimburses qualified North Carolina small businesses for eligible expenses incurred while preparing a federal Phase I SBIR/STTR application.
This program complements federal SBIR/STTR programs by providing critical non-dilutive funding for early-stage technologies.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Qualified North Carolina small businesses preparing a federal Phase I SBIR/STTR application. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $200,000 (total available for grants in FY 2026). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
One NC Small Business Program - Incentive Funds is funded by North Carolina Department of Commerce's Office of Science, Technology & Innovation (OSTI). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in North Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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