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Kentucky SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program

Provides Non-dilutive state matching grant or for Kentucky federal small-business innovation/small-business technology transfer awardees.

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The Kentucky SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program sits under the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority and is managed through KY Innovation's entrepreneurship office. It matches federal SBIR and STTR awards with a non-dilutive state grant, making it one of Kentucky's clearest public routes for high-tech small businesses that already have federal Phase I or Phase II traction.

Phase I project…

AIBiotechCybersecurityEnergy TechHardwareAdvanced ManufacturingAdvanced MaterialsMedtech

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: kyinnovation.com