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LaunchTN SBIR/STTR Support Microgrant

Launch Tennessee (LaunchTN), funded through a grant contract with the State of Tennessee and the SBA FAST programNo deadline listedUp to $2,500

Summary

Tennessee startups preparing federal SBIR/STTR proposals can get a LaunchTN microgrant of up to $2,500 to hire an SBIR/STTR consultant after attending a LaunchTN webinar.

About this grant

Microgrants of up to $2,500 for Tennessee startups and founders to work with an SBIR/STTR consultant while preparing a federal SBIR/STTR proposal, with expenses reimbursable for up to six months after the award. Applicants attend a LaunchTN SBIR/STTR webinar, outline their proposal (ideally as a quad chart) and then submit a support application; LaunchTN decides between a microgrant, expert office hours or resubmission.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Tennessee startups and founders preparing an SBIR/STTR proposal

Must attend an SBIR/STTR webinar and identify a specific federal solicitation before applying

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Technology
  • Research
  • Startup

Money can be used for

  • Proposal preparation
  • Consulting
  • R&D

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