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One North Carolina Small Business Program (Incentive Funds and Matching Funds) is sponsored by North Carolina Department of Commerce (Office of Science, Technology & Innovation). The program consists of two main components to support technology-based small businesses in North Carolina. The *Incentive Funds* reimburse qualified small businesses for costs incurred while preparing federal Phase I SBIR/STTR applications.
The *Matching Funds* are awarded to North Carolina small businesses that have already secured a federal Phase I SBIR/STTR award to bridge funding gaps and enhance research competitiveness for Phase II.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Technology-based small businesses headquartered and operating in North Carolina that are preparing or have received federal SBIR/STTR Phase I awards. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows incentive Grants reimburse up to eligible proposal costs; Matching Funds provide up to $1,920,000 pool allocations for eligible awardees (individual match amounts vary based on federal Phase I awards). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
One North Carolina Small Business Program (Incentive Funds and Matching Funds) is funded by North Carolina Department of Commerce (Office of Science, Technology & Innovation). 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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