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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (HHS) is a federal funding program from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that provides non-dilutive funding to small businesses for research and development with the potential for commercialization.
Commonly called America's Seed Fund, the programs support innovation in three phases: feasibility research (Phase I), technology development (Phase II), and commercialization (Phase III). Eligible applicants are U.S. for-profit small businesses with fewer than 500 employees. Typical Phase I awards are up to $250,000 and Phase II awards up to $1.
5 million, varying by agency and solicitation.
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SBIR/STTR - America's Seed Fund - Powered by SBA Powered by the Small Business Administration Federal innovation, scientific achievement, and entrepreneurship through small business innovation and research. Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, America’s Seed Fund awards non-dilutive funding to develop your technology and chart a path toward commercialization.
The federal government invests in your solution and gives you the freedom to run your business according to your vision. Average number of companies funded per year Equity or IP ownership taken by the government Participating in America's Seed Fund happens in three phases. II.
Technology Development Take your product to the commercial market or sell in the multi-billion dollar federal contracting marketplace Do you have an idea for a specific scientific or technology solution? Explore opportunities for funding to take your idea from concept to commercialization.
With help from organizations that support technology entrepreneurs like you With the help of supporting organizations America's Seed Fund provides funding with the freedom to manage your business your way. SBIR-STTR-Tibbetts Award Winner - re: 3D, Inc. re:3D, Inc. Gigabot platform's onsite manufacturing provides disaster response via industrial strength, large-scale, affordable 3D printing.
Read about their projects SBIR-STTR-Tibbetts Award Winner - SIMBA Chain SIMBA Chain is making it easy for organizations to integrate blockchain to bolster trust, security, and risk mitigation – with no blockchain experience required. Learn more about their business View More Success Stories Small Businesses. Huge Impact.
Our mission is to foster a culture of innovation in the United States by providing technology-focused entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses with funding to develop their ideas and a pathway to commercialization. Awards given in all 50 states and U.S. Territories In 2021, nearly 7,000 awards have been given to more than 4,000 recipients 65,578 jobs added to the United States economy per year.
Learn more about the SBIR/STTR process Watch our video tutorials → Breaking down barriers by increasing access to funding The SBIR and STTR programs fund a portfolio of startups and small businesses across technology areas and markets to stimulate technological innovation, meet Federal research and development (R&D) needs, and increase commercialization to transition R&D into impact.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small businesses (for-profit organizations with fewer than 500 employees). Specific eligibility criteria vary by agency and solicitation, but generally require a strong research and development component. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies by agency and phase (typically up to $250,000 for Phase I, $1.5 million for Phase II) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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.
Examining the Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Healthcare Safety (R18) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). This funding opportunity invites grant applications to support healthcare safety by determining how breakthrough uses of AI systems affect patient safety and how AI systems can be safely implemented and used.
Examining the Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Healthcare Safety (R18) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This NOFO invites grant applications to support healthcare safety by determining how AI systems can affect patient safety and how they can be safely implemented and used. While focused on healthcare, the principles of AI for safety detection and safe implementation could be relevant to the security and safety aspects of transitional housing, particularly for residents with specific health or mental health needs.
Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Planning and Implementation (TPI) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Indian Health Service (IHS). This program empowers Tribes and Tribal Organizations (T/TO) in the contiguous 48 states to plan and implement the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) by providing regional flexibility, clinical support, tailored healthcare solutions, technological infrastructure, comprehensive…
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant applications from small business concerns (SBCs) for funding to perform research leading to the development of innovative technologies that may advance progress for early detection and assessment of individuals at risk and for early diagnosis, prognosis and follow-up of type 1 diabetes (T1D). Funding Opportunity Number: RFA-DK-15-024. Assistance Listing: 93.847. Funding Instrument: G. Category: FN,HL. Award Amount: $2M total program funding.
This initiative will stimulate and support innovative research by small business concerns that may lead to the development of novel technologies for the early diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of micro and macro vascular complications of diabetes which are associated with significant morbidity and mortality of the disease and high costs to the health care system. Funding Opportunity Number: PA-14-058. Assistance Listing: 93.847. Funding Instrument: G. Category: FN,HL.