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SBIR/STTR Program — Youth-Led Small Business Innovation Research Grants
SBIR/STTR programs across 11 federal agencies provide non-dilutive R&D grants to small businesses including youth-led startups. Phase I up to $275K, Phase II up to $1.8M — accessible to any qualifying small business regardless of owner age.
About this program
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Eligibility
Youth-led U.S. small businesses conducting qualifying R&D; must be majority U.S.-owned and employee-operated.
Requirements
- Youth-led U.S. small business
- Research or technology development project aligned with agency priorities
- Apply to specific SBIR/STTR agency solicitations