How Pre-Seed Founders Can Use Grants for Non-Dilutive Fun...

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Episode 29 of The Pre-Seed Podcast explores a funding path many idea-stage founders overlook: non-dilutive grants. Lucas and Luna break down how the U.S. National Science Foundation's SBIR program offers up to $275,000 for early-stage deep-tech and software startups, with examples from companies like SRI International and Dexcom. They discuss the application process, key tips for writing a competitive Phase I proposal, and why grants can be especially valuable for pre-seed rounds by extending runway without giving up equity. The episode also covers alternative grant sources like the Department of Energy and state-level innovation funds. Perfect for founders who want to keep more ownership while validating their technology. #SBIR #NSF #NonDilutiveFunding #PreSeed #Grants #DeepTech #StartupFunding #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #LucasAndLuna #IdeaStage #FounderTips #GrantWriting #PhaseI #SRIInternational #Dexcom Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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This episode was published on June 3, 2026.

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Episode 29 of The Pre-Seed Podcast explores a funding path many idea-stage founders overlook: non-dilutive grants. Lucas and Luna break down how the U.S. National Science Foundation's SBIR program offers up to $275,000 for early-stage deep-tech and...

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