NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I (NSF 26-510)
NSF 26-510 is the main NSF SBIR/STTR solicitation (America's Seed Fund). Phase I grants of up to $305,000 over 6 to 18 months fund high-risk R&D across nearly all technology areas; NSF publishes no topics and takes no equity. Offered by U.S. National Science Foundation; awards $305K; applications due November 4, 2026.
Key Facts
- Funder
- U.S. National Science Foundation
- Award amount
- $305K
- Deadline
- November 4, 2026
- Geography
- United States
- Status
- Open
About This Grant
NSF 26-510 is the main NSF SBIR/STTR solicitation (America's Seed Fund). Phase I grants of up to $305,000 over 6 to 18 months fund high-risk R&D across nearly all technology areas; NSF publishes no topics and takes no equity. Companies must first submit a Project Pitch and be invited, then submit a full proposal through Research.gov by one of three yearly deadlines (first Wednesday in November, first Thursday in March, first Wednesday in July). Award: Up to $305,000 over 6–18 months, including...
Full requirements and application instructions: official listing.
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