Stand with MichBio: Advocate for SBIR/STTR Renewal Today
Date postedAugust 4, 2025
The clock is ticking! The SBIR and STTR programs, which fuel innovation and job creation, are set to expire on September 30, 2025. These programs are a lifeline for Michigan startups, in FY 2023 $84.9 million was provided to help transform groundbreaking ideas from university labs into thriving businesses.
We need your voice to ensure these programs continue to drive innovation and economic growth in Michigan.
Why This Matters:
- Biggest Source of Early-Stage Capital: SBIR/STTR are the largest funding source for biomedical startups.
- $84.9 Million for Michigan: Our state’s companies benefit from millions in Phase I and II grants every year.
- Innovation at Risk: Without renewal, small business job creation and innovation will take a devastating hit.
How You Can Help:
- Sign Our Group Letter: Join companies across Michigan in urging Congress to act.
- Deadline: August 15th
- One signee per company, institution or organization
- Share Your SBIR Story: Has SBIR funding helped your company launch, hire, or scale? Your story could make a powerful impact in our advocacy materials.
Time is running out. Congress must act before September 30th, and your voice can make the difference. Together, we can show the Michigan Congressional Delegation the real economic impact of these programs.
Let’s protect the future of innovation in Michigan—join us today!
Warm regards,
Stephen Rapundalo, PhD
President & CEO
