SBIR/STTR RESOURCE CENTER

SBIR/STTR RESOURCE CENTER Programs Menu SBIR & STTR About & Eligibility SBIR & STTR Training SBIR & STTR Resources AZ FAST Grant TechConnect Grant Rural Destinations Navigator International Trade Arizona STEP The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs fund a diverse portfolio of startups and small businesses across technology areas and markets to stimulate technological innovation. These highly competitive programs advance commercialization and research and development opportunities for startups and small businesses. The Arizona Commerce Authority has aggregated a collection of SBIR/STTR resources to mobilize and equip the state's startups and small businesses to successfully compete for federal research opportunities. Federal And State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program The Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program provides funding to technology-based economic development entities to execute programs that increase the competitiveness of startups and small businesses for SBIR/STTR proposals. FAST is intended to increase successful applications from underrepresented groups and regions. To ensure Arizona’s startup ecosystem has access to the resources necessary for competitive applications, the ACA has partnered with the SBA to offer grants funded by the FAST program. These grants will accelerate the innovation ecosystem’s competitive advantage to meet federal research and development needs. Learn more Training and Resources SBIR/STTR Training Program The Arizona Commerce Authority launched an SBIR/STTR training program to accelerate commercialization and investment opportunities in the state. The program provides entrepreneurs, small business owners and startups with the local resources and mentors to apply for funding through the SBIR program competitively. Learn more SBIR/STTR Resources The Arizona small business community has access to SBIR/STTR funding resources. The resources include assistance in applying, tips on preparing detailed proposals and guidance from experts who have successfully obtained grants through SBIR/STTR writers, organizations and more. Learn more The Arizona FAST program is funded in part by the Small Business Administration