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arc wa sponsored programs and
special events

On Going: NSF Phase 1 Submission Assistance

 

ARC WA offers no cost guidance for Washington State based small businesses who wish to submit an NSF Phase 1 proposal for the first time. Indicate your interest in this program by submitting a Consultation Request Form to ARC WA. 

 

Spring NSF SBIR Program Cohort

May 2025 - July 2025

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Fall NSF SBIR Program Cohort

Sept 2025 - Nov 2025 

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Learn More Here

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Regional Train the Trainer Event Calendar 2025

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Entrepreneurs who are developing cutting edge technology may be eligible for research and development funding from a federal agency. The non-dilutive funding provided by the The Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) program is the primary starting point for small startups. It can be leveraged for rapid, higher than average growth for small innovative firms. 

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Who is this workshop for?

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This workshop is for economic development organizations and their resource partners who would like to learn how their region can take advantage of this type of funding and how to develop an ecosystem that can support the innovators growth.  

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Part 1: Federal Funding Overview  
General overview of Federal R&D funding, how SBIR opens doors, how to strategize to maximize awards, success stories. 

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Part 2: SBIR Train the Trainer Workshop 


Geared toward advisors who work with small businesses, this focuses on how to identify appropriate small business applicants, guiding them through the process and where to turn to for help.  

Full agenda is available. 

 

​These events are invite only. If you are a no-cost resource for Washington State innovators and want to attend, please reach out to the host or ARC WA for more information.

 

2025 Spring Schedule

May 5, 6: Thurston EDC

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May 8, 9:   Columbia River EDC

 

May 12, 13: Tri-Cities 

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​2025 Summer ​schedule

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August 14, 15: Port of Bellingham

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August TBD: Greater Spokane, Inc

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August TBD - Central Washington 

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DETAILS COMING SOON!!​​​​​

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ARC WA  is made possible by a  Small Business Administration (SBA) Federal and State Technology Partnership (FAST) grant and is a partnership between Life Science Washington Institute and the Washington State APEX program.

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