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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Matching Grant Program is sponsored by Arkansas Economic Development Commission. The SBIR Matching Grant Program leverages the federal SBIR program to stimulate innovation and growth among Arkansas's technology businesses, aiming to create and retain high-tech jobs. Applicants must have already received a federal SBIR award.
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| Contact Business Development This grant program was created to leverage the federal SBIR program and stimulate innovation and growth among the state’s technology businesses resulting in the creation and retention of high-tech jobs. Applicants to this program must have been awarded a federal SBIR award to be eligible.
These discretionary grants may provide matching grants of up to fifty percent (50%) of the amount of federal Phase I and Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants, not to exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) for Phase I awards and $100,000 for Phase II awards. Disbursements of matching grant funds shall be made on a reimbursable basis, payable when invoices and financial reports are submitted to the Division.
The objectives of the SBIR Matching Grant Program are to: Create and retain high-tech jobs, especially high-wage jobs in middle-skill and high-skill occupation Encourage innovative small businesses to engage in federally-funded research that has the potential for technological innovation and commercialization Increase the amount of SBIR funds invested in Arkansas businesses Induce the retention, growth, and location of companies in Arkansas State Science & Technology Plan Show/Hide Arkansas EPSCoR items Arkansas NSF EPSCoR Newsletters Center for Advanced Surface Engineering (Track 1) Arkansas Summer Research Institute Answer 5 questions about our new website.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Arkansas-based small businesses that have been awarded a federal SBIR award. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to 50% of federal Phase I or Phase II SBIR grants (not to exceed $50,000 for Phase I and $100,000 for Phase II) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (administered by Arkansas Economic Development Commission). This program provides federal funds to cities and counties to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons. Projects can include public infrastructure and public facility projects, which can support workforce housing initiatives.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) / Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP) - General Assistance is sponsored by Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC). The CDBG program, also known as the Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program (ACEDP), provides grant assistance for a variety of public infrastructure and public facility projects.