SBIR/STTR 1/2 Day Training Session

💡 $5 BILLION in non-dilutive funding…are you ready to tap into it?

Join us for a deep-dive workshop on SBIR/STTR funding, where you’ll learn how to access federal dollars to fuel your startup’s R&D, without giving up equity.

📅 May 18, 2026
⏰ 1:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Innovate Newport
🤝 Hosted by RI Commerce, BBCetc, Innovate Newport, and STAC

If you’re building innovative technology and looking for funding to get from idea → market validation, this session is for you.

🚀 You’ll learn:

• Eligibility requirements for SBIR/STTR
• The key differences between the two programs
• How to identify the right federal agency for your tech
• How to align your technical objectives with agency priorities
• Best practices for preparing a strong Phase I proposal

This is your chance to understand one of the largest sources of early-stage funding in the country.