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Check out our SBIR/STTR resources: - SBIR Templates: https://www.keepyourequity.co/templates - NSF Project Pitch Course: https://stacy-chin-s-school.teachable.com/p/mastering-the-national-science-foundation-nsf-project-pitch-your-gateway-to-the-nsf-sbir-sttr-program-america-s-seed-fund - Website: https://www.keepyourequity.co/ Are you preparing your first SBIR application or looking to improve your chances of winning non-dilutive funding? In this video, we break down the top 15 critical mistakes that can instantly tank your SBIR proposal—mistakes we’ve seen time and again as former reviewers and expert grant writers. From vague problem statements and inflated budgets to weak commercialization plans, we cover what not to do when applying to SBIR grants. Whether you're a startup founder, academic, or tech innovator, this guide will help you avoid common pitfalls and craft a more competitive, compelling application. Watch now to learn how to write a fundable SBIR proposal and get one step closer to securing up to $300,000 in Phase I funding. At KeepYourEquity.co, our mission is to empower scientists, engineers, and clinicians to turn their groundbreaking ideas into thriving startups. We specialize in helping founders secure SBIR/STTR grants and federal contracts, providing the funding and support they need to innovate, scale, and succeed—all while keeping full ownership of their vision. About Stacy Chin, Ph.D. With over a decade of experience in federal grants and contracting, Dr. Stacy Chin has supported start-ups in securing more than $40M in non-dilutive funding across industries such as healthcare, medtech, AI, clean tech, and defense. A former SBIR reviewer for the NIH and NSF, she has guided clients to win prestigious grants and contracts, including a $25M ARPA-H award, and has prepared RFPs exceeding $100M for agencies like DOE, ARPA-H, and CDMRP. Dr. Chin has mentored founders from renowned institutions such as MIT, Harvard, and Columbia, served as a TechStars SBIR mentor for AFWERX, and leverages her experience as a MedTech/CPG start-up founder. Her expertise lies in helping start-ups transform their innovations into impactful solutions while maintaining full equity control. Read about her entrepreneurial journey in Train Like a Scientist, Think Like an Entrepreneur: https://tinyurl.com/frunjcfe #SBIRStrategy #TechFoundersFunding #FederalContractingTips #SBIRforFounders #STTRFundingAdvice #StartupEquityPreservation #FederalFundingForStartups #TechStartupGrants #ScienceStartupFunding #FederalContractingSuccess #GovernmentContractsExplained #NonDilutiveCapital #StartupFunding2025 #GovernmentGrantsForTech #FederalContractsForInnovation #BigFundingOpportunities #TechInnovationGrants #FundingForScienceStartups #SBIRandSTTRInsights #InnovativeStartupFunding #EntrepreneurGrantGuide #FederalFundingInsights #R&DContracting#InnovativeStartupFunding #EntrepreneurGrantGuide #FederalFundingInsights #R&DContracting Disclaimer: Chemia Solutions Corp (d/b/a KeepYourEquity.co) is not affiliated with any US governmental agency. All video content is made for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not guarantee awarded federal grants. All information (including agreements, forms, and documents) available on the site, keepyourequity.co, is provided without any warranty, express or implied, including as to their legal effect and completeness. The information should be used as a guide and modified to meet your own individual needs. Your use of any information or forms is at your own risk. Communications between you and keepyourequity.co are only protected by our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. © 2025 Chemia Solutions Corp (dba KeepYourEquity.co). All rights reserved.

SBIR grants are a well-known funding source, but startups have many other options for securing non-dilutive capital. This video explores alternative grants, including Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs), foundation grants, and state-level funding. Each of these opportunities has unique benefits and challenges, from BAAs supporting high-risk R&D to foundation grants focused on mission-driven innovations. Understanding these alternatives can help startups diversify their funding strategy and access critical resources without giving up equity. If you are looking for additional ways to fund your innovation, this video will break down the best options to explore.

AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are transforming the grant writing process, making it faster and more accessible than ever. But does that mean expert SBIR grant writers are no longer needed? Not at all. While AI can quickly generate proposal drafts, summarize research, and refine technical content, it lacks the strategic insight, compliance expertise, and persuasive storytelling needed to create a truly competitive application. AI struggles with positioning innovations within the funding landscape, tailoring proposals to agency priorities, ensuring budgets meet compliance requirements, and crafting compelling narratives that resonate with reviewers. The most successful SBIR teams aren’t replacing expert grant writers with AI—they’re using AI as a tool to accelerate writing while relying on human expertise to refine strategy, enhance clarity, and ensure compliance. In this video, we’ll break down where AI falls short, why expert grant writers still matter, and how smart teams are combining both to increase their chances of securing funding. Don’t let AI lull you into a false sense of security—watch now to learn how to maximize your SBIR success! 🚀 #SBIR #StartupFunding #AIGrantWriting #NonDilutiveFunding

SBIR grants are a well-known funding source, but startups have many other options for securing non-dilutive capital. This video explores alternative grants, including Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs), foundation grants, and state-level funding. Each of these opportunities has unique benefits and challenges, from BAAs supporting high-risk R&D to foundation grants focused on mission-driven innovations. Understanding these alternatives can help startups diversify their funding strategy and access critical resources without giving up equity. If you are looking for additional ways to fund your innovation, this video will break down the best options to explore.

AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are transforming the grant writing process, making it faster and more accessible than ever. But does that mean expert SBIR grant writers are no longer needed? Not at all. While AI can quickly generate proposal drafts, summarize research, and refine technical content, it lacks the strategic insight, compliance expertise, and persuasive storytelling needed to create a truly competitive application. AI struggles with positioning innovations within the funding landscape, tailoring proposals to agency priorities, ensuring budgets meet compliance requirements, and crafting compelling narratives that resonate with reviewers. The most successful SBIR teams aren’t replacing expert grant writers with AI—they’re using AI as a tool to accelerate writing while relying on human expertise to refine strategy, enhance clarity, and ensure compliance. In this video, we’ll break down where AI falls short, why expert grant writers still matter, and how smart teams are combining both to increase their chances of securing funding. Don’t let AI lull you into a false sense of security—watch now to learn how to maximize your SBIR success! 🚀 #SBIR #StartupFunding #AIGrantWriting #NonDilutiveFunding