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SBIR / STTR Programs

by US Small Business Administration and federal agencies

US federal programmes funding small businesses to conduct R&D with commercial potential; STTR requires a research institution partner.

  • StageIdea – Seed
  • EquityEquity-free
  • FormatOnline application
  • LocationUnited States

What you get

  1. 01

    Non-dilutive federal R&D funding in phases

  2. 02

    Reauthorised through September 2031 (April 2026)

  3. 03

    Awards from agencies such as DoD, NIH, NSF and DOE

Who can apply

US-owned small businesses (generally under 500 employees) performing R&D in the US.

Idea MVP Pre-seed Seed Series A

Sectors: Deep tech, Defence, Health, Energy

How to apply

  1. 1
    Check you're eligible

    Read the criteria above and confirm details on the official page.

  2. 2
    Prepare your material
    • Company registration and eligibility documents
    • A clear project plan with milestones
    • Budget and how the money will be used
    • Evidence of innovation or impact
  3. 3
    Apply on the official site

    Applications go directly to US Small Business Administration and federal agencies. Kreeaa doesn't submit on your behalf.

  4. 4
    Track it in Kreeaa

    Create a free account to save it and track your status.

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Summary based on the organiser's official website, last checked 2026-10. Terms, eligibility, benefits and deadlines change: always confirm on the official page. Kreeaa is not affiliated with US Small Business Administration and federal agencies unless stated.

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