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Download our comprehensive software and SaaS technology startup grants toolkit covering NSF SBIR Phase I grants up to $305,000 increased from $275,000 establishing technical feasibility proof concept 6-18 months, Phase II grants up to $1.25 million increased from $1 million supporting full development prototyping commercialization readiness 24 months, Fast-Track Pilot Program enabling NSF lineage companies submit single combined Phase I + Phase II proposal potentially securing up to $1.555 million total non-dilutive funding zero equity retention streamlining transition concept commercialization, DOD SBIR software modernization defense applications military systems cybersecurity grants, state technology accelerator programs California Massachusetts New York Washington Colorado SBIR matching grants tax incentives.
Complete Phase I proof concept technical feasibility templates with 15-page proposal format budget justification commercialization plans
Step-by-step guide to Phase II full development prototyping commercialization funding 24 months with customer acquisition go-to-market strategies
Comprehensive framework for NSF lineage companies Fast-Track single combined Phase I + Phase II proposal streamlining commercialization timeline
Templates for three-page Project Pitch receiving feedback within three weeks determining project fit before full proposal investment
Framework for connecting NSF Program Directors discussing project fit receiving guidance improving proposals strengthening applications
Complete guide to DOD SBIR software modernization defense applications military systems cybersecurity targeted topics
Templates for proving market demand customer needs commercial viability through discovery interviews pilots early revenue
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