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Many US states offer resources to companies to assist with SBIR/STTR proposal preparation and/or to supplement SBIR/STTR funding.

Alabama:

FAST: The Catalyst Center offers best-in-class coaching, in-demand services, and relevant programs to foster the success of small businesses.

Phase I: Innovate Alabama offers 50% of your SBIR/STTR Phase I grant up to $100,000.

Phase II: Innovate Alabama offers 50% of your SBIR/STTR Phase II grant up to $250,000.

SBDC:  Alabama Small Business Development Center Network provides management and technical assistance to small businesses.

The Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund Program encourages public/private joint R&D in the state, awards up to $3.24 million. 50% in matching funds is required.

The Alabama Power Foundation offers grants in their initiative areas: Educational Advancement, Civic and Community Development, Arts and Cultural Enrichment, Health and Human Services and Environmental Stewardship.

Alaska:

FAST: Alaska FAST Partnership Program is a free program created to increase the number of SBIR/STTR awards for women, socially/economically disadvantaged individuals, and small businesses.

Phase 0: TREND offers up to $10,000 in total Phase 0 support costs.

Phase I/Phase II: The State of Alaska SBIR/STTR Grant Program awards grants to Alaska-based businesses that have been awarded a Phase I or Phase II grant SBIR/STTR Grant. Phase I recipients, including applicants seeking bridge funding, will be awarded up to $25,000. Phase II recipients receive an initial award of up to $25,000, and may be eligible for a supplemental award of up to $75,000 if program funding remains after the application deadline.

Gap Funds: University of Alaska Fairbanks has an open call for proposals for anyone partnering with the University of Alaska to request gap funding.

SBDC:  Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides resources, advice, and assistance by experienced business advisors and experts through on-site and/or online interactions or training, at no cost to clients.

Arizona:

FAST: Arizona’s FAST Program provides funds up to $3,000 per award, resources, training, and network opportunities to help entrepreneurs succeed in their SBIR proposal.

SBDC: Arizona Small Business Development Center provides high-quality, high-impact one-to-one advising, resource assistance, and training.

The Flinn Foundation bioscience grantmaking arm offers a Seed Grants Program for Arizona universities, research institutions, and health-care systems, and an Entrepreneurship Program for early-stage companies. Recipients of both grant types are awarded $100,000.

Arkansas:

FAST: Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center provides SBIR/STTR services to guide research-based companies as they seek to commercialize new technologies.

Phase I:  Arkansas Economic Development Commission offers up to 50% of your SBIR/STTR Phase I grant of up to $50,000.

Phase II: AEDC offers up to 50% of your SBIR/STTR Phase II grant of up to $100,000.

SBDC:  Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center offers one-to-one confidential consulting and cutting-edge market research at no charge, or expand your expertise by participating in our affordable training.

Accelerator for Grant Preparation: The Lab2Launch Accelerator is for Arkansas innovators seeking a first SBIR/STTR grant or contract. Get structured support and guidance on every aspect of preparing and submitting your proposal.

California:

FAST: The California Life Sciences Innovation & Entrepreneurship offers the FAST program that provides founders of innovative life sciences companies with a customized advisory program.

SBDC: Regional SBDCs throughout the state provide workshops, advising, and more.

The California Energy Commission offers a variety of funding opportunities to advance the state’s transition to clean energy and transportation through innovation, efficiency, and the development and deployment of advanced technologies.

The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) offers funding for a wide range of projects related to stem cell research and regenerative medicine.

The University Lab Partners’ REALIZE Accelerator Program supports early-stage health tech startups in refining their business models, gaining expert guidance, and preparing for investment, with a focus on companies developing medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health solutions.

Colorado:

FAST: Support provided by Colorado SBDC TechSource.

Phase 0: Colorado Small Business Development Center awards up to $1,000 per business. Funding is limited and will be awarded on a first-come first-serve basis.

SBDC:  Colorado Small Business Development Center Network offers confidential, one-on-one advising on everything from nailing your business plan and securing a loan to mastering digital marketing and supercharging your growth.

Economic Development and International Trade, Colorado Office offers no-cost advising, grant funding, and loan funding.

Connecticut:

FAST: Connecticut Innovations received FAST funding to support small businesses seeking SBIR/STTR funding.

Phase 0: Connecticut Small Business Development Center provides free and confidential advice on SBIR and STTR grants to Connecticut business owners and entrepreneurs.

SBDC:  Connecticut Small Business Development Center provides comprehensive business assistance, exclusive market research reports and management tools, connection to public and private resources and support, and online no-cost business training courses.

Accelerator for Grant Preparation: Connecticut Innovations offers several programs for early-stage companies to apply for funding for pre-seed or proof-of-concept projects.

Delaware:

FAST: FAST provides funding to the Delaware Small Business Development Center to execute state/regional programs that increase the number of SBIR/STTR proposals, leading to an increase in the number of SBIR/STTR awards.

Gap Funds: Encouraging Development, Growth & Expansion provides up to $100,000 for STEM-based businesses and up to $50,000 for Entrepreneur Class (non-STEM) businesses.

SBDC:  Delaware Small Business Development Center provides entrepreneurs with training and one-on-one consulting at no cost.

District Of Columbia

Phase I: The George Washington University’s Technology Commercialization Office offers 50% match of your SBIR/STTR Phase I grant up to $100,000.

SBDC:  The District of Columbia Small Business Development Center provides one-on-one consulting, training, and information resources to empower new and existing businesses.

Florida:

FAST: Florida FAST serves small businesses statewide with in-person and virtual workshops and one-on-one assistance to meet business needs in key areas, such as topical award identification, budget preparation, proposal review, support letters, and research partnerships. 

Phase 0: The Florida High Tech Corridor (FHTC) Early Stage Innovation Fund awards up to $25,000 to support the University of South Florida’s (USF) research expenses associated with further development of the target innovation.

Phase I/II/III and Gap Funds: The FHTC’s Matching Grants Research Program provides up to $150,000 in matching grant funds for collaborative research projects between local industry partners (must have a significant presence in the 23-county Corridor region) and USF or UCF researchers, including SBIR/ STTR funded projects.

SBDC:  Florida SBDC Network provides access to no-cost consulting, affordable and high-quality resources, innovative tools, and the knowledge of experienced small business experts.

The Florida Cancer Innovation Fund supports innovative cancer research and treatment models, including emerging trends that may serve as catalysts for further research and treatments. In Fiscal Year 2025-26, a total of $60 million is available for Florida cancer innovation research.

Georgia:

FAST: The University of Georgia (UGA) FAST Grant is a program designed to help both increase the quantity and quality of SBIR and STTR grants from the state of Georgia.

Phase 0: The UGA FAST Program grants Georgia-based businesses applying for SBIR/STTR grants a Phase 0 grant of up to $2,450 towards the upfront cost of employing a grant writing consultant to assist with their SBIR/STTR application to generate a more competitive proposal.

Phase I: Georgia Research Alliance’s (GRA) Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program provides preliminary Phase 1 grants (up to $50,000) to help researchers at accredited public or private universities in Georgia advance a research project toward the marketplace.

Phase II: GRA provides Phase II grants (up to $100,000) to spur the formation of companies. These grants require a dollar-for-dollar match from a commercially relevant entity or granting agency.

Phase III: GRA also provides Phase 3 low-interest loans to qualified companies in Georgia, which are repaid to a pool of funds that supports new loans.

SBDC:  University of Georgia Small Business Development Center provides tools, training and resources to help small businesses grow and succeed.

Hawaii:

FAST: INNOVATE Hawaii is the official representative of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership National Network in the State of Hawaii, which supports small and medium-sized manufacturers to enhance their productivity, growth, and technical performance through programs and services.

Phase 0: The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation’s (HTDC) Hawaii Small Business Innovation Research (HSBIR) program reimburses up to $3,000 for grant writing services.

Phase I: The HTDC HSBIR Program provides up to 50% match or up to $75,000 of the Federal Phase I award, whichever is less.

Phase II/III: The HTDC HSBIR Program provides up to 50% match or up to $500,000 of the Federal Phase II/III, whichever is less.

SBDC:  Hawaiʻi Small Business Development Center provides professional business advice, research and training to business owners and new entrepreneurs.

Idaho:

FAST: Idaho State College of Business partners with the FAST program.

SBDC:  Idaho Small Business Development Center provides guidance in developing and growing a successful business.

Illinois:

FAST: The FAST Center at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign provides free resources, support, and expertise.

Phase I: The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s SBIR/STTR Phase I Matching Program provides up to $50,000 in state matching funds.

Phase II: The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s SBIR/STTR Phase I Matching Program provides up to $250,000 in state matching funds.

SBDC:  Illinois Small Business Development Center delivers expert small business guidance and connects owners to vital resources and provides confidential, professional business advice.

Indiana:

FAST: The Indiana Economic Development Corporation provides matching grants and proposal development support to help Indiana-based small businesses compete for federal SBIR and STTR funding, offering financial assistance, technical guidance, and commercialization resources to increase their success in securing non-dilutive capital.

Phase I/Phase II: Elevate Ventures provides 50% of funding match up to $50,000.

SBDC:  Indiana Small Business Development Center offers no-cost business advising, training, referrals, and a library of cultivated tools and resources.

Iowa:

Phase I/Phase II: Iowa Economic Development & Finance Authority provides $50,000 matching funds for Phase I and $25,000 for a submitted Phase II.

SBDC:  America’s Small Business Development Center Iowa offers personalized, confidential, and no-cost business counseling to small business owners and entrepreneurs in Iowa.

Kansas:

FAST: Wichita State University has received FAST funding to support local SBIR/STTR applications.

SBDC:  Kansas Small Business Development Center network is a statewide, inter-institutional program to enhance economic growth in Kansas by providing management, marketing, and technical assistance to small businesses.

Kentucky:

FAST: Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation funds programs for research and development, product development and commercialization.

Phase 0: Kentucky’s micro-award funds activities related to market research, travel expenses, training fees, and materials and supplies.

Phase I: The Kentucky SBIR/ STTR Matching Funds Award Program provides up to $100,000 for Phase I matching.

Phase II: The Kentucky SBIR/ STTR Matching Funds Award Program provides up to $150,000 for Phase II matching.

Accelerator for Grant Preparation: The Vogt Awards is a grant and accelerator program. Each year, 6 early-stage businesses are selected to receive $25,000 in non-dilutive funding.

SBDC:  Kentucky Small Business Development Center provides unparalleled business coaching and training services to help existing business owners and potential entrepreneurs start, grow, and succeed.

Louisiana:

FAST: Louisiana Technology Transfer Office (LTTO) offers FAST awards to build the SBIR/STTR ecosystem through outreach, technical and business assistance, and financial support.

Phase 0: LTTO offers a Phase 0 program to stimulate increased participation in SBIR/STTR programs.

SBDC:  Louisiana Small Business Development Center provides small businesses with no-cost consulting, training, and access to resources that support startup development, growth, and long-term success.

Maine:

FAST: Central Maine Growth Council provides FAST support to small business owners in undercapitalized regions of Maine.

Phase 0: The Maine Technology Institute offers up to $5,000 in reimbursement funds to support the development of proposals for SBIR, STTR, and other federal R&D programs.

SBDC:  Maine Small Business Development Center helps build and strengthen small businesses through business advising, training and educational resources.

Maine Technology Institute offers Business Innovation Funding ranging from $10,000 to $250,000.

Maryland:

FAST: Maryland Technology Development Corporation offers an SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab for companies writing Phase I applications to the NSF.

Phase 0: Montgomery County offers Phase 0 funding for up to $5,000 for technical assistance costs associated with applying to first SBIR/STTR award.

Phase I: Montgomery County matches funds for Phase I proposals for up to $25,000.

Phase II: Montgomery County matches funds for Phase II proposals for up to $50,000.

SBDC:  Maryland Small Business Development Center offers free individualized consulting and comprehensive training programs, from start-up to established businesses.

Massachusetts:

Phase II/ FastTrack: MassVentures offers SBIR Targeted Technologies (START) Grants with $100,000 available for Round 1, $200,000 available for Round 2, and $500,000 available for Round 3 Phase II awardees.

SBDC:  Massachusetts Small Business Development Center provides no-cost, confidential business advising, technical assistance, and training programs to prospective and existing small and mid-sized businesses throughout the Commonwealth.

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center is a state-funded agency that supports the growth of the life sciences sector in Massachusetts by providing grants, tax incentives, capital funding, and workforce development programs, helping companies, researchers, and institutions accelerate innovation, commercialization, and job creation.

Michigan:

Phase I: Michigan Emerging Technologies Fund (ETF) provides matching dollars (up to $25,000 for Phase I SBIR/STTR).

Phase II: Michigan ETF matches up to $125,000 for Phase II SBIR/STTR.

SBDC: The Michigan Small Business Development Center provides consulting, business education and market research to help small businesses launch, grow, transition and innovate.

Minnesota:

FAST: MNSBIR Inc. offers free guidance and resources to help eligible Minnesota companies navigate federal R&D funding.

Phase I: Launch Minnesota Innovation Grants are targeted for promising innovative scalable technology businesses in Minnesota for first time Phase I awardees. Based on a sliding scale of Federal award (up to $35,000 for Phase I).

Phase II: Launch Minnesota Innovation Grants are targeted for promising innovative scalable technology businesses in Minnesota for first time Phase II awardees. Based on a sliding scale of Federal award (up to $50,000 for Phase II awards).

SBDC: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Small Business Development Centers provide the professional expertise and guidance that every small business owner needs to flourish in today’s competitive and ever-changing business world.

Mississippi:

FAST: Innovate Mississippi MS-FAST helps Mississippi small businesses with SBIR/STTR proposals by offering workshops, informative newsletters, proposal development assistance, access to university resources, commercialization sessions, and financial support.

Phase 0: MS-FAST Phase 0 Program funds, capped at a total of $3,000, can be allocated for SBIR/STTR proposal preparation ($1,500), traveling ($1,000), and conducting preliminary research ($1,500), but not for indirect costs.

SBDC: The mission of the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network is to guide businesses and grow economic development across Mississippi.

Missouri:

FAST: The University of Missouri provides FAST program which offers the resources, support, and expertise necessary to submit an SBIR/STTR project proposal.

SBDC: The Missouri Small Business Development Centers provide guidance addressing topics such as management, marketing and strategic planning is available for new and existing businesses.

Arch Grants is a nonprofit in St. Louis, Missouri, that provides equity-free grants, typically $50,000, along with pro bono support, mentorship, and access to a strong local business network to attract and retain early-stage startups, helping them launch and scale in the St. Louis region.

Montana:

FAST: Montana Innovation Partnership (MTIP) will award up to six FAST Microgrants to eligible SBIR/STTR applicants of up to $3,000 per year (on hold for FY2026). Prospective SBIR/STTR applicants may apply to MTIP to receive FAST Microgrants to attend conferences, travel to speak with agencies or commercialization partners, or acquire consulting services from an approved service provider for assistance with the preparation of Phase I or Phase II proposals.

Phase I/II: The Federal SBIR/STTR Program provides for funding competitions in two phases that are relevant to the Montana Program: Phase I – to conduct feasibility research; and Phase II – to expand and develop Phase I results and develop commercially viable innovations. Grants of up to $30,000 per phase are available on a yearly basis.

SBDC: The Montana Small Business Development Center‘s certified business consultants offer free one-on-one business advising to entrepreneurs statewide.

Nebraska:

FAST: The Nebraska Business Development Center provides assistance to small businesses, helping them navigate the SBIR and STTR submission process. It provides resources, support, and expertise necessary to submit a project proposal. These services are provided through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA); those funds are matched by the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Phase 0: Phase 0 Grants can reimburse for up to $5,000 per project for costs incurred in preparing a federal Phase I proposal.

Phase I: Phase I Grants will match federal SBIR/STTR awards up to $150,000 or 65% of the federal grant, whichever is less.

Phase II: Phase II Grants will match federal SBIR/STTR awards up to $300,000 or 65% of the federal grant, whichever is less.

SBDC: Nebraska Business Development Center provides small businesses with consulting, training, and access to market research and financial resources to support startup formation, growth, and strategic decision-making.

Nevada:

FAST: The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) offers application support, speaker series, accelerator program, and Phase 0 Microgrants.

Phase 0: UNLV offers Phase 0 Microgrants up to $5,000 to cover proposal preparation expenses.

SBDC: Nevada Small Business Development Center cultivates economic impact and innovation through equitable business advising and education.

StartUpNV is a nonprofit accelerator that supports early-stage startups in Nevada by providing mentorship, access to capital through its AngelNV and FundNV programs, and structured, milestone-driven programming designed to help founders build, launch, and scale successful companies.

New Hampshire:

FAST: Funding through the FOSTER (Focused SBIR/STTR Teaching, Equity and Results) Program is aimed at guiding small businesses in New Hampshire in applying for federal funding through the SBIR and STTR programs.

SBDC: NH Small Business Development Center delivers individualized, confidential advising at no charge to enterprises across New Hampshire and offers entrepreneurial education through no-cost eCourses, webinars, and other programs.

New Jersey:

Phase I/II: The New Jersey SBIR/STTR Direct Financial Assistance Program provides direct funding of $25,000 for SBIR/STTR Phase I, Fast Track, or Direct to Phase II award/contract winners. It provides bridge funding of $50,000 for SBIR/STTR Phase II applicants.

SBDC: New Jersey Small Business Development Center provides comprehensive one-on-one consulting services, training programs & workshops, and resources for small businesses in New Jersey.

New Mexico:

FAST: The New Mexico Federal and State Technology Partnership Program provides SBIR and STTR proposal development assistance to small businesses throughout New Mexico. The FAST program provides the resources, support, and expertise necessary to submit a highly competitive proposal.

Phase I: New Mexico Economic Development Department matches $50,000 for businesses with an active SBIR/STTR Phase I.

Phase II: New Mexico Economic Development Department matches $100,000 for businesses with an active SBIR/STTR Phase II.

SBDC: New Mexico Small Business Development Center Network provides skilled entrepreneurial staff to provide consulting and education services to small businesses in New Mexico.

New York:

FAST: Empire Corps offers small businesses and technology startups expert training and mentoring to navigate SBIR/STTR funding.

Phase I/II/III: The Innovation Matching Grants Program will match the SBIR/STTR award for Phase I applicants, not to exceed $100,000, the award for Phase II applicants, not to exceed $200,000, and provide technical assistance resources for Phase II and Phase III awards.

SBDC: New York SBDC provides free advising and workshops to small businesses.

North Carolina:

FAST: First Flight Venture Center FAST is a 2 Day training program to receive strategic guidance matching company’s technology to appropriate agency, targeted support to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application.

Phase 0: One North Carolina SBIR/STTR Phase I Incentive Funds Program provides up to $12,000 a portion of the costs incurred in preparing and submitting Phase I Proposals.

Phase I: One North Carolina SBIR/STTR Phase I Matching Funds Program provides matching funds to small businesses that have received a federal SBIR or STTR award—up to 50% of the federal Phase I award, not to exceed $75,000.

SBDC: The North Carolina Small Business and Technology Development Center helps businesses address a broad spectrum of issues, including planning, financial management, human resources, marketing, and operations.  

NC Biotech Center invests in promising, emerging life sciences companies across the state through its Emerging Company Development program. The Small Business Research Loan (SRL) program provides $150,000 to $350,000 to support business inception and research critical to developing products, processes, or tools with clear commercial potential. The Strategic Growth Loan (SGL) program provides $350,000 to $650,000 to supplement investments with angel or venture capital investments to fund life sciences companies that have established technical proof-of-concept and require further support to accelerate growth. The Agtech Small Business Research Loan (AgTech SRL) provides $100,000 to $250,000 to support research to advance crop science, animal health and nutrition, food science, and other agricultural technology innovations that have commercial potential.

North Dakota:

FAST: The University of North Dakota Center for Innovation has been awarded an SBA FAST grant.

Accelerator for Grant Preparation: Innovate North Dakota is a voucher program to support customer and market research with $50,000 in reimbursable expenses through two phases: each offering up to $25,000. respectively.

SBDC: North Dakota Small Business Development Center provides small businesses with no-cost advising, training, and access to market research and funding guidance to support startup development, growth, and long-term success.

Ohio:

FAST: The Ohio Aerospace Institute offers business guidance and expertise.

SBDC: Ohio Small Business Development Center provides personalized advice on innovative tools and resources.

Oklahoma:

FAST: Oklahoma Catalyst offers training and mentorship and has the SBIR Funding Lab program. It also contains the Tom Love Innovation Hub at the University of Oklahoma.

SBDC: The Oklahoma Small Business Development Center provides confidential, no-cost entrepreneurial and small business management advising to help Oklahomans start and grow businesses.

Oregon:

FAST: VertueLab offers Information for innovators and accelerator programs.

Phase 0: Business Oregon offers up to $5,000 for professional fees and other out-of-pocket costs related to preparing an SBIR/STTR application.

Phase I: Business Oregon offers up to $50,000 matching funds for Phase I awardees.

Phase II/III: Business Oregon offers up to $100,000 matching funds for Phase II awardees.

SBDC: The Oregon Small Business Development Center Network provides advising, training, online courses and resources for businesses throughout the state.

Pennsylvania:

FAST: The Ben Franklin Technology Partners Corporation, on behalf of Pa’s Innovation Partnership (IPart), offers 1) Proposal Development/Writing Assistance, 2) Client Preparation assistance/guidance, 3) Pre-proposal Technical Review, 4) MicroVoucher/MicroGrant Program for Phase I proposal prep (Ph0), 5) Phase II Federal Marketing Assistance Awards (Ph0).

Phase 0: Innovation Partnership (IPart) offers up to $5,000 MicroVoucher for Phase I proposal preparation costs OR an up to $2,000 MicroGrant (or half of the total proposal preparation costs, whichever is less).

Phase II: Innovation partnership (IPart) offers a Federal marketing Assistance Award to Phase II Proposal Candidates for up to $8,000 (or half of the total proposal preparation costs, whichever is less).

Matching Funds: The City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce is offering SBIR/STTR matching Technical and Business Assistance for Philadelphia life science companies that have received a Phase I or Phase II SBIR/STTR grant in 2022 or later. Phase I recipients can receive up to $20,000 in services and Phase II applicants can receive up to $50,000. Applications are due June 20, 2025.

SBDC: Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center provides educational programs and no-cost, confidential consulting services for small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Rhode Island:

FAST: Rhode Island Commerce offers subject matter experts, education, and support.

Phase 0: Rhode Island Science And Technology offers up to $3,000 to assist small businesses offset the costs associated with preparing a competitive Phase I application.

Phase I: Rhode Island STAC offers up to $75,000 to Phase I awardees.

Phase II/III: Rhode Island STAC offers up to $150,000 to Phase II awardees.

SBDC: Rhode Island Small Business Development Center offers expert guidance, hands-on training, and access to essential resources — all at no cost.

South Carolina:

FAST: University of South Carolina’s Office of Economic Engagement provides in-depth support to startups through one-on-one assistance in proposal prep and submission. From securing funding, developing training, and utilizing on-site university facilities, they are there to assist and offer support from start to finish.

Phase I: South Carolina Research Authority (SRCA) offers up to $50,000 in matching funds for federal grants.

Gap Funds: SCRA offers up to $25,000 through a Startup Grant, up to $25,000 through an Academic Startup Grant, and up to $50,000 through an Acceleration Grant.

SBDC: South Carolina Small Business Development Centers offer help expanding an existing business or starting a new enterprise through free consulting, low-cost seminars and links to resources.

South Dakota:

FAST: The South Dakota Biotechnology Council offers one-on-one counseling, assistance with federal registrations, help identifying funding opportunities, as well as assistance connecting entrepreneurs with university researchers and proposal editing. South Dakota FAST offers up to $1,500 to support customer validation and up to $10,000 subsequently to support further development and implementation of the business plan.

Proof-of-Concept Funds: South Dakota provides up to $25,000 to conduct research demonstrating the technical and economic feasibility of an innovation.

SBDC: South Dakota Small Business Development Center provides one-on-one, confidential no cost business consulting.

Tennessee:

FAST: Launch Tennessee offers commercialization support, grant writing and technical assistance, expert guidance and ecosystem navigation, technology transfer support, lab share opportunities, and free mentoring. Launch Tennessee also provides up to $2,500 in microgrant funding to work with an SBIR/STTR consultant, who can assist and provide technical expertise throughout the proposal development process.

Phase I: Launch Tennessee offers Phase I matching up to $100,000.

Phase II: Launch Tennessee offers Phase II matching up to $300,000.

SBDC: Tennessee Small Business Development Centers provide no-cost virtual and in-person business consulting, training, and resources to help for-profit businesses of any size start, grow, and sustain their business.

Texas:

FAST: The UTSA SBDC Technology Commercialization Center (TCC) offers technical assistance, submission assistance, proposal workshops, training and entrepreneurial education, proposal review and preparation resources, one-on-one consulting and business advising, networking, and market research assistance.

Accelerator for Grant Preparation: The Texas SBIR/STTR Assistance Program (Pathways) is a self-paced, streamlined, and cumulative process for TCC clients pursuing an SBIR/STTR to access no cost or discounted proposal development assistance from SBIR/STTR expert consultants.

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) provides funding for a wide array of projects aimed at advancing cancer research, prevention, and treatment.

SBDC: Texas Small Business Development Center Network has experienced professionals that will provide confidential business consulting — at no cost to you — and affordable training to help you at every stage of your business development.

Utah:

FAST: The Utah Innovation Center offers 1) Direct proposal assistance, 2) Agency-specific training, 3) Connections to TABA resources, 4) Capital connections, 5) Industry associations, and 6) University technology transfer.

Phase 0: Utah Technology Innovation Funding (UTIF) offers $3,000-$5,000 to offset the costs of submitting a competitive SBIR/STTR proposal.

Gap Funds: UTIF offers Nonrecourse loans that can provide up to $50,000 to help bridge the gap between Phase I and Phase II SBIR/STTR R&D efforts.

SBDC: The Utah Small Business Development Centers have training, tools, and access to consultants with free, confidential consultation and free or low-cost training available.

Vermont:

Phase 0: Elevate Vermont offers technical assistance to help prepare and submit Phase I grant applications.

Phase I/II: Elevate Vermont provides up to $50,000 in matching grants for Phase I or II awardees.

Industry Research Partnership Program: Elevate Vermont provides companies the opportunity to work with researchers from accredited institutions with subject matter expertise to assist in solving development challenges.

SBDC: Vermont Small Business Development Center provides one-to-one, no-fee, confidential advising for small businesses.

Virginia:

FAST: The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation offers low-cost training workshops, discounts with proposal consultants, discounts on proposal preparation software, Intro to third-party capital, referral to law firms for free IP and patent consults, referrals to outsourced cost accounting solutions, SBIR strategy consultations, and funding assistance.

Virginia Catalyst offers an industry/academia partnership grant program to commercialize life science innovations with 1:1 matching awards of $200,000-$800,000.

SBDC: Virginia Small Business Development Center offers no-cost individual advising to small businesses.

Washington:

FAST: The Life Science Washington Institute (LSWI) educates on 1) Strategies for targeting your proposal to address NIH requirements, 2) How to approach each section of your proposal, 3) Planning your commercialization strategy, and 4) Writing to meet the reviewers’ expectations. LSWI offers bootcamps, presentations, and individual consultations.

SBDC: Washington Small Business Development Center provides one-on-one, confidential, no-cost advising on all phases of small business development.

West Virginia:

FAST: The U.S Research Impact Alliance offers access to subject matter experts and educational resources.

Phase 0: The West Virginia Small Business Development Center offers up to $2,500 to help offset costs related to preparing a Phase I proposal.

Phase I: The West Virginia SBDC offers a Phase I Matching Award of up to $100,000.

Phase II: The West Virginia SBDC offers a Phase II Matching Award of up to $200,000.

SBDC: West Virginia Small Business Development Center provides tools, training and connections for successfully starting and growing a small business.

Wisconsin:

FAST: The Wisconsin Center for Technology Commercialization offers specialized training, mentoring, and technical assistance.

Phase I: The Universities of Wisconsin Center for Technology Commercialization (CTC) Matches 50% up to $75,000 of Phase I SBIR or STTR awards.

Phase II: The Wisconsin CTC matches up to $100,000 per year for up to 2 years of Phase II of SBIR/STTR awards.

SBDC: Wisconsin Small Business Development Center is a statewide network supporting entrepreneurs and business owners through no-cost, confidential consulting and business education.

Wyoming:

FAST: University of Wyoming Small Business Development Center offers 1) business advising & training, 2) Market research, and 3) Wyoming SBIR/STTR Initiative (WSSI) to provide initial funding ($5,000) and technical assistance throughout the entire application process.

Phase I: The Wyoming Business Council matches up to $100,000 for SBIR Phase I awardees.

Phase II: The Wyoming Business Council matches up to $200,000 for SBIR Phase II awardees.

SBDC: The Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network provides no-cost, confidential training and advising to help entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed.