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Find similar grantsThese programs provide research and development funding through competitive grants to small businesses, often requiring a partnership with an eligible research institution for STTR. The grants support technological innovation with commercial and societal potential.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. -based startups and small businesses developing deep technologies with commercial and societal potential. Eligibility varies by specific agency solicitation, but generally requires a for-profit business. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2 million (NSF), generally up to $275,000 for early stage and up to $1,500,000 for later stage development (Louisiana specific example). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various federal agencies. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various federal agencies. These highly competitive federal grant programs fund small businesses in technology and scientific research and development (R&D) with strong potential for commercialization. While not directly for artist marketplaces, if the startup incorporates innovative technology or scientific R&D in its platform or merchandise creation, it may be eligible. The SBA distributes these grants alongside 11 federal agencies, investing around $4 billion per year. Phase I focuses on proof of concept, and Phase II on technology development.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various federal agencies. The SBIR program provides non-dilutive funding to small businesses to engage in federal research and development (R&D) with the potential for commercialization. The program aims to stimulate technological innovation and meet federal R&D needs. Several agencies participate, including EPA, USDA, NSF, DOE, and others, often seeking innovative solutions for environmental challenges, sustainable materials, and technology development that could encompass sustainable e-commerce practices.
On September 2, 2026, SBA published an updated commercialization benchmark: firms with more than 25 Phase II awards in five years must derive at least 33 percent of total revenue from non-SBIR sources in FY2027, and 50 percent from FY2028 onward. It takes effect November 15, 2026. Because the measurement window looks backward three completed fiscal years, the first test is already decided — and the second is two-thirds decided. Here is the arithmetic, the history, and what firms near the line should do.
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