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MassVentures START Grant Program

Non-dilutive commercialization grants of $100,000 to $500,000 for Massachusetts companies that have received federal SBIR or STTR Phase II awards. Supports market validation, business development, and IP strategy to help deep tech startups translate research into commercial businesses.

About this program

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Eligibility

Massachusetts-based companies that have received a federal SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) or STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) Phase II award. Industries supported include AI, biotech, cleantech, materials, quantum computing, and other deep tech sectors.

Requirements

  • Must be a Massachusetts-based company
  • Must hold a current or recent federal SBIR or STTR Phase II award
  • Must demonstrate commercial potential for the technology