Entrepreneurs

Small Business Innovation Research Initiative (SBIR/STTR)

 

ISCEP Announcement 2009-1 (.pdf)

ISCEP Announcement 2009-1 (.doc)

After more than two decades of existence, the SBIR Program has established itself as one of the most effective technology programs in the federal government. SBIR/STTR programs are highly competitive and encourage small businesses to explore their technological potential. SBIR/STTR funding is available from 11 participating agencies throughout the United States and focus on various technological areas. To learn more, go to SBIR Overview. Unfortunately, not enough Indiana companies know the funding is out there for SBIR/STTR grants.

The IEDC SBIR office is in its inaugural year for just that mission—to help Indiana businesses compete for and win federal funding. Additionally, the IEDC SBIR Initiative is committed to assisting Indiana businesses in the commercialization of their prototypes and understands the impact that these companies can have on the economy. This coupled with the matching program of the 21st Century fund will provide Indiana companies with the fuel needed to excel in the SBIR/STTR programs.

The IEDC SBIR Initiative has structured several significant services to assist with the expansion of high technology business in Indiana. For a description of these services, go to IEDC/SBIR Assistance. Indiana is committed to working with you to help your company expand and flourish.

Venture Capital Investment Tax Credit enabled us to leverage the credits … the program has also helped our companies obtain angel funding from the state at critical stages in their development….

-Kent Hawryluk, Twilight Venture Partners, LLC