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Most recent matching grants deadline was October 17, 2025. Application support grants temporarily on hold pending federal reauthorization. Program typically opens September with October deadline.
Oregon's SBIR/STTR support programs, administered by Business Oregon, provide state grants to help small businesses compete for and build on federal Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer awards. The Matching Grant program offers up to $50,000 for Phase I federal award recipients and up to $100,000 for Phase II or Fast-Track recipients.
An Application Support program (currently on hold pending federal reauthorization) helps companies strengthen their federal proposals through grant writing, technical review, consulting, and market research. Eligible applicants must be Oregon-based, for-profit small businesses with fewer than 500 employees.
To date, the state has awarded over $400,000 in grants, helping Oregon companies secure nearly $13 million in federal SBIR/STTR funding across clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences.
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Business Oregon : Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs : Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs : State of Oregon Translate this site into other Languages tag, as divs are not allowed in 's --> Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs SBIR & STTR Programs – Oregon Support The federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs fund small businesses developing innovative technologies.
Grants are awarded in two phases: • Phase I: Feasibility studies and proof of concept (about $150,000) • Phase II: Prototype development and customer testing ($1. 5–$3 million) Together, SBIR and STTR are known as “America’s Largest Seed Fund. ” Through Business Oregon, the state offers additional grants to help Oregon companies prepare stronger proposals and build on their federal awards.
To date, Oregon has awarded more than $400,000 in state grants, helping companies secure nearly $13 million in federal SBIR/STTR funding, create jobs, and bring new technologies to market across sectors such as clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences.
Application Support Grants (On Hold) ⚠️ Status Update (October 2025) The Application Support (Phase 0/00) Program is temporarily on hold pending federal reauthorization of the national SBIR/STTR programs. If you have received written confirmation or an exception from a federal SBIR/STTR Program Officer , please contact us to discuss possible options.
The SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program remains open and is accepting applications through October 17, 2025. Awards will be issued to eligible applicants following that date. Helps Oregon companies strengthen SBIR/STTR applications.
Businesses preparing federal Phase I proposals (Phase 0) Businesses preparing federal Phase II or Fast-Track proposals (Phase 00) Grant writing, technical review, or consulting Legal/accounting services tied to the application Market research or technical database access More than $400,000 awarded Nearly $13 million in federal awards secured by Oregon companies (Currently paused pending federal program reauthorization) 1.
Identify the federal solicitation you plan to apply for and confirm your company and project are a good fit for that opportunity. Review the solicitation’s technical focus areas, eligibility requirements, and agency priorities to ensure alignment. If applying to the National Science Foundation (NSF), you must have received an invitation to submit a full proposal following your Project Pitch.
2. Review the Application Support Guidelines 3. Fill out the Application Form 4.
Prepare your proposal and required documents 5. Email your application as directed in the guidelines Learn More: Application Support Guidelines Matching Grants (Application Window Closed) Provides state matching funds to Oregon companies that have already received a federal SBIR/STTR award.
• Phase I federal award recipients • Phase II or Fast-Track federal award recipients • Up to $50,000 for Phase I recipients • Up to $100,000 for Phase II or Fast-Track recipients • September 4, 2025 – RFGA release • October 09, 2025, 5:00 PM – Last day for questions • October 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – Application window closed Program Materials (For Reference Only) • SBIR/STTR RFGA Q&A • Attachment A – Application Form • Attachment B – Budget Plan • Attachment C – Sample Contract • Attachment D – Disclosure Exemption Affidavit • Attachment E – Narrative Instructions and Outline The Q&A period has ended.
For general inquiries, contact Danielle. Alexander@biz. oregon.
gov. Frequently Asked Questions Who can apply for these grants? Oregon-based, for-profit small businesses (under 500 employees) that are applying for, or have already received, a federal SBIR or STTR award. What expenses are eligible for Application Support Grants?
Professional fees (grant writing, consultants, reviewers), legal or accounting tied to the application, and research costs such as market studies or technical database access. Can I apply for both Application Support and Matching Grants? Yes.
Application Support helps you prepare a federal proposal. Matching Grants are for companies with a federal award. How competitive are these programs?
Federal SBIR/STTR awards are very competitive. Oregon’s support programs are also competitive but designed to give local companies an edge. When are applications due?
• Application Support Grants : Are temporarily on hold pending federal reauthorization of the national SBIR/STTR programs.. Deadlines vary; see the Application Support Guidelines . Applications are submitted by email.
Each program has its own instructions in the guidelines: • Follow the Application Support Guidelines for requirements and submission details • Follow the Matching Grant Overview once the program opens How to recognize an official Oregon website Only share sensitive information on official, secure websites. Your browser is out-of-date! It has known security flaws and may not display all features of this and other websites.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Oregon-based, for-profit small businesses with fewer than 500 employees that have applied for or received federal SBIR/STTR awards. NSF applicants must have received invitation to submit full proposal. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $50,000 (Phase I) or $100,000 (Phase II/Fast-Track) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is October 17, 2025. 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.
Oregon Business Expansion Program is a cash-based incentive grant from Business Oregon (Oregon Business Development Department) that funds businesses expanding or relocating to Oregon by providing financial incentives based on estimated increases in state income tax revenue from new hires. Awards range from $100,000 to $1,000,000 and are structured as binding agreements tied to job creation milestones. Eligible companies must plan to hire 50 or more full-time employees in Oregon, already employ at least 150 workers statewide, and pay new hires at least 150% of the state or county average wage. Retailers are not eligible. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Economic Equity Investment Program is a grant from the Oregon Business Development Department, administered by the Oregon Frontier Chamber of Commerce, that funds disadvantaged entrepreneurs and small businesses in Sherman, Gilliam, and Wheeler Counties facing economic equity risk factors. The program addresses longstanding economic inequities through support in four areas: land and property ownership, entrepreneurship and business development, workforce development, and intergenerational wealth building. New businesses (with no sales in the last 12 months) may receive up to $2,000, while existing businesses may apply for up to $4,000. A total of $24,000 is available in the current round. Eligible applicants must have experienced discrimination due to race, ethnicity, language proficiency, or citizenship status, or operate in a rural location. Businesses in Sherman, Gilliam, or Wheeler Counties are prioritized.
Conserve Nevada Program is a grant from the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources that funds conservation, recreation, and cultural resource projects across Nevada. Authorized under Assembly Bill 84 (2019), the program leverages $217.5 million in bond proceeds over a decade, with $77.5 million available as competitive grants to nonprofits, local governments, and state agencies. Funded activities include recreational trail construction, environmentally sensitive land acquisition, river corridor and watershed improvement, wildland fire risk reduction, and historic and cultural resource preservation. Eligible applicants include Nevada cities, counties, towns, general improvement districts, conservation districts, water conservancy districts, nonprofit organizations, and state agencies. Award amounts vary by project scope.
NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA). Offers unrestricted cash grants to artists living in New York State and/or one of the Tribal Nations located therein, supporting artists' vision or voice at all levels of their artistic development.