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NSF SBIR/STTR (America’s Seed Fund powered by NSF)
NSF’s SBIR/STTR program. Starts with a short Project Pitch.
Grant (non-repayable) Check the official page for current intake dates
- Funder
- National Science Foundation (listed as U.S. National Science Foundation)
Funder profile and all of its programs - Amount
- Non-dilutive Phase I and II funding for high-risk deep-tech R&D; see the official page.
- Where
- United States (national)
- Who can apply
- Incorporated small business
- Sectors
- Technology, software, R&D, Clean tech / climate, Health / life sciences, Manufacturing, Agriculture / agri-food, Games / digital media
- Deadline
- Varies: check the official page for current dates
- Last checked
- 28 October 2026
- Funder contacts
- Public organizational contacts on file Unlock full profile / Sign up
Key requirements
- U.S. small business doing technically risky R&D.
- Submit a Project Pitch first.
Official page checked on 2026-10-28.
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