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SBIR Advance program is sponsored by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and the Center for Technology Commercialization (CTC). This state matching grant program provides assistance to companies in the process of completing a project in the federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
Funds can be used for market research, customer validation, intellectual property work, or other areas that speed commercialization.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses in Wisconsin that are in the process of completing a project in the federal SBIR or STTR programs. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $675,000 (total for 7 businesses in latest round); individual awards not specified but can be up to $100,000 for 18 months. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
SBIR Advance program is funded by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and the Center for Technology Commercialization (CTC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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