Small Business Administration (SBA) / SEC Regulation D
US SBIR / STTR Federal Startup Grants & Sec Reg D Guide 2026
Guide to securing non-dilutive federal startup grants under SBA SBIR Phase I ($275k) and Phase II ($1.8m), NSF Seed Fund grants, and SEC Rule 506(b)/506(c) accredited investor fundraising.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. SBIR and STTR grants provided by federal agencies (NSF, NIH, DoD) offer 100% non-dilutive funding, meaning the government takes 0% equity in your startup.