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Research & technology grants

Non-dilutive funding for innovation-driven work — SBIR, STTR, and NSF seed funding, plus broadband, telemedicine, and climate-tech programs.

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If your work involves research, engineering, or technical innovation, federal programs offer substantial non-dilutive funding — money that doesn't cost you equity. SBIR and STTR are the flagships; NSF's seed fund and agency-specific programs round it out.
Where to look

Innovation & technology sources

Each link goes straight to the official program page — free to use, no middleman.

SBIR & STTR

The flagship federal R&D funding for small tech companies.

SBIR / STTR overviewSearch SBIR solicitations

NSF seed funding

Early-stage support for deep-tech and science startups.

America's Seed Fund (NSF)NSF funding

Connectivity & telehealth

USDA programs for broadband and distance services.

Distance Learning & TelemedicineUSDA Rural Development

Climate & clean tech

EPA programs supporting sustainable and community innovation.

EPA Thriving CommunitiesGrants.gov

Position your innovation right

  • Doing applied R&D: SBIR/STTR is almost always the first stop.
  • Pre-product deep tech: NSF seed funding fits early stages.
  • Read the agency solicitation topics before writing anything.
  • Non-dilutive funding protects your equity — prioritize it.

Apply with less friction

  • Read eligibility before spending time on any application.
  • Check state, county, and city programs — not just national ones.
  • Keep ID, income, and supporting records ready in one folder.
  • Be specific and organized; vague applications get screened out first.
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