Startup Grants & Non-Dilutive Funding: the founder's guide
Grants and non-dilutive funding let you fund your startup without giving up equity. We break down which programs exist, who actually qualifies, and how to win them - grounded in official sources and written by an ACCA-qualified advisor whose clients have secured $5M+ at an 85% approval rate.
SBIR & STTR
SBIR & STTR Grants: America's Seed Fund Explained
SBIR and STTR are federal non-dilutive grants for U.S. small businesses. Learn the 3 phases, award ranges, 11 agencies, eligibility, and SBIR vs STTR.
Read guideHow to Apply for SBIR Funding: Step-by-Step Guide
A practical, step-by-step guide to applying for SBIR funding: SAM.gov and UEI registration, finding solicitations, writing the proposal, and avoiding rejection.
Read guideNSF SBIR/STTR: America's Seed Fund for Deep-Tech Startups
How NSF SBIR/STTR (America's Seed Fund) works: the Project Pitch process, Phase I and II amounts, eligibility, and the 2026 status founders must verify.
Read guideNIH SBIR/STTR: Non-Dilutive Funding for Health & Biotech Startups
How NIH SBIR/STTR funds health and biotech startups: omnibus vs targeted solicitations, Phase I/II budgets, eligibility, and clinical-trial rules.
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Women-Owned Business Grants: Legit Programs for Female Founders
A founder's guide to legit women-owned business grants - Amber Grant, IFundWomen, Hello Alice, SoGal, Tory Burch - with eligibility and how to apply.
Read guideMinority Small Business Grants: Real Programs and How to Apply
A founder's guide to minority small business grants - MBDA, Hello Alice, NASE, corporate and state programs - plus the SBA 8(a) reality and how to apply.
Read guideVeteran-Owned Business Grants: Legit Programs and How to Apply
A founder's guide to veteran-owned business grants - Warrior Rising, StreetShares, Hivers and Strivers, plus SBA/VA resources and how to apply.
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