Non-dilutive funding opportunities database
Search open SBIR, STTR, BAA, OTA, and grant opportunities from DoD, NIH, NSF, DOE, NASA, and other funders. Each listing shows the deadline, award size, and who the opportunity fits. Founders miss multi-million dollar opportunities every cycle because they hear about them too late. Join 6,732 others who get free funding alerts.
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Each technology area page lists the open opportunities that match it, across every agency we track.
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Search open funding opportunities
Filter by innovation area and opportunity type, or sort by deadline to see what closes first. Select any listing to read the funding fit, focus areas, and how to apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is non-dilutive funding?
Non-dilutive funding is money a company receives without giving up equity. It includes government grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, and prizes. SBIR and STTR are the largest sources of non-dilutive R&D funding for U.S. small businesses.
What is in the BW&CO funding opportunities database?
Open SBIR, STTR, BAA, OTA, grant, and other non-dilutive opportunities from DoD, NIH, NSF, DOE, NASA, ARPA-H, and other funders. Each listing includes the deadline, award size, a short summary, and how to apply. New opportunities are added as solicitations are released.
Is the database free to use?
Yes. Anyone can search and read the listings. You can also sign up for free funding alerts by email.
What is the difference between a broad topic and a specific topic?
A broad topic describes a general area of interest and lets you define how your technology fits. A specific topic describes a defined need with technical goals your solution must meet.
How do I know which opportunity fits my company?
Start with the technology area that matches your work, then compare deadlines, award sizes, and the fit notes on each listing. If you want help choosing, assess your funding path with BW&CO.
Program names are used for identification only. BW&CO is not affiliated with or endorsed by the sponsoring agencies.