Navigate federal R&D funding with confidence.

Empowering Minnesota firms to secure federal R&D funding to drive commercialization success and impact.

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Expert Guidance

Strategic Partnerships

Clarify complex funding processes

Don’t let the process stall your progress.

Navigating federal R&D funding can feel overwhelming. Programs like SBIR/STTR have complex applications, strict compliance requirements, and long timelines, making success feel uncertain. Many promising technologies stall at this critical phase simply due to the intricate process involved.

MNSBIR provides clear guidance to startups and small businesses, helping them break through barriers and increase the chances that their great projects secure the funding needed to drive real-world impact.

Support at every step of the way

Your roadmap to federal R&D funding.

MNSBIR offers free guidance and resources to help eligible Minnesota companies navigate federal R&D funding. From application preparation to compliance and commercialization, we guide you through the process step by step. With our support, you’ll confidently secure funding, manage your projects effectively, and successfully bring your ideas to market.

Strategy aligned with your goals

Move from concept to commercialization in our Catalyst Program.

Once your firm is accepted into our Catalyst Program, we provide comprehensive, end-to-end support to help you pursue SBIR/STTR or other federal R&D funding. This funding can be a powerful catalyst for advancing your research, developing innovative technologies, and scaling your business. With our expert guidance, these opportunities become strategic steppingstones toward meaningful impact and long-term commercial success.

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A partner invested in your success

Trust MNSBIR to guide you in securing federal R&D funding.

We understand that navigating federal funding can feel overwhelming—especially when so much is on the line. Our team brings years of experience supporting startups and small businesses like you and knows the unique challenges that come with the process. That’s why we’re committed to demystifying federal funding and equipping you with the tools, knowledge, and guidance you need to succeed.

Partner with us to move forward with clarity and confidence—every step of the way.

A clear path to

success.

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Learn all about federal R&D funding.

Download our guides and access a library of free resources.

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Get your questions answered.

Register for an Ask Us Anything session to participate in a live Q&A.

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Apply to the Catalyst Program.

Determine your company’s eligibility and apply to the Catalyst Program.

MNSBIR has helped over 100 companies secure $112M through SBIR/STTR and other programs. Hear their stories and learn how their innovative technologies are making an impact.

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Minnesota companies funded since 1982

Since 1982, over 460 Minnesota companies have received federal R&D funding for their innovations.

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investments secured by Minnesota companies

Minnesota companies have secured almost $1B in SBIR/STTR investments.

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Equity or IP ownership taken by the government

SBIR/STTR funding is non-dilutive meaning funded companies retain 100% equity in their company.

Real innovators, real success stories

Trusted by Minnesota innovators at every stage of growth.

Discover how Minnesota entrepreneurs have leveraged federal R&D funding to transform ideas into market-ready innovations with MNSBIR’s expert guidance.

Take your innovation further

Partnering with MNSBIR gives you the tools and confidence to:

Navigate

complex processes with expert guidance

Gain

confidence in managing compliance and milestones

Secure

critical funding for research and development

Build

credibility and establish your industry presence

Transition

seamlessly from research to commercialization

Accelerate

commercialization and make a lasting impact

Let us help you turn your ideas into impact.

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