Additional resources

The U.S. Small Business Administration has many resources that may be helpful to your company.

• Resources for high-tech startups or small businesses.
• Local technical assistance centers and accelerators as well as other support organizations.
• Several other federal agencies manage Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) programs. See a list of agencies with SBIR/STTR programs and learn more about the specific proposals they seek.
• Additional information about each agency with an SBIR/STTR program, including more details on the proposals they seek.
• During the pre-proposal and preparation phases, some states have created what are known as “Phase 0” awards programs to help entrepreneurs and small businesses prepare for Phase I. See if your state has a program.
• Small Business Development Centers provide assistance and counseling by state to help you start, run or grow your business. See those programs by state.

United States Patent and Trademark Office
The United States Patent and Trademark Office provides startup resources to address intellectual property challenges specific to startups, including securing funding and safeguarding against costly infringement litigation.