Non-dilutive funding for technology companies

From SBIR/STTR to Innovate UK: we find the grants your technology qualifies for, write the proposal and manage the submission. For startups and SMEs in the US and the UK, universities, hospitals and nonprofits.

More than $11.7M secured for clients in non-dilutive funding.

Programs we work with

What we do

InvesTech Consulting is a grant consulting firm for technology companies and research organizations. We secure non-dilutive funding: grants you do not pay back and that do not take equity. SBIR/STTR at NSF, NIH, DoD and DOE, NIH R01 and R21 research grants, Innovate UK, Horizon Europe and private foundations.

Opportunity research

We map every open program that fits your technology, from SBIR/STTR topics to NIH research grants, Innovate UK competitions and foundation calls, and verify each one against the official notice.

Proposal writing

Technical narrative, commercialization plan, budget and every form, written in the structure each agency expects and refined with you over several rounds.

Submission and follow-up

Registration, portal management, submission and the follow-up with the agency until the decision is announced.

Get your free funding report

Tell us about your technology and you will receive a report with the open programs that fit your company or organization, each verified against the official source, usually within the hour. No call required.

Delivered by email, free of charge.

Our approach

Science first

We start from how your technology actually works, so the proposal reads like it was written by someone who understands it, because it was.

Several agencies at once

Our multi-agency submission strategy targets every suitable program across NSF, NIH, DoD, DOE, Innovate UK and foundations instead of betting on one.

Verified against the source

Eligibility, deadlines and award ranges come from the official notice, never from aggregators, before any work starts.

Track record

$11.7M

More than $11.7M secured for clients in non-dilutive funding, from challenge prizes to Phase II awards and large federal grants for universities.

Programs with awards

NSF SBIR, NIH SBIR, AFWERX, Army xTech, DOE, Innovate UK and the Welsh Government.

Clients

From pre-revenue startups to established defense contractors, universities and hospitals, in biotech, energy storage, advanced materials, AI and cybersecurity.

Agency connections

Active proposals across NSF, NIH, DoD, DOE, DARPA, ARPA-H, USDA, Innovate UK and Horizon Europe. Every submission is checked against the official notice, not against aggregators.

Most client work is under NDA, so company names are not published. Sample proposals and references are available on request. Request the portfolio.

Federal agencies we work with

Programs run by these agencies are part of the work we do for clients, from SBIR/STTR topics to agency prize competitions.

U.S. Department of War

U.S. National Science Foundation

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

U.S. Department of Energy

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

U.S. Department of Transportation

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

What clients say

Kevin demonstrated professionalism, deep knowledge of SBIR/STTR mechanisms, and a particular talent for translating complex technical content into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with specialized reviewers. I recommend him without reservation.

Franz Velarde, MD
Principal Investigator, NIH SBIR Phase I

Kevin was instrumental in helping us secure an innovation grant for our AI startup. He took the time to understand our technology and business model, then translated that into a compelling grant application.

Joe Burton
Co-Founder, Omni AI

He was proactive and creative, extremely organized, and gave 120%. He went above and beyond to ensure the proposal was submitted on time and was high quality.

Michael Campion, PhD
Chief Science Officer, Scoutr

Kevin was an exceptional grant writer on a fast-paced Department of Education proposal for a brand-new client. He brought clarity and structure to a complex process. A standout grant writer.

Brittany Causey Martin, PhD
Managing Director of Grants and Federal Affairs

A sharp, reliable grant writer who turns complex input from multiple partners into a clear, compliant narrative. Responsive, takes initiative, and keeps the process organized under tight deadlines.

Eileen Murray Roybal
Corporate & Foundation Relations, Sloan Foundation proposal

Who we are

A small team of scientists and engineers who write grants full time. Kevin leads every engagement; the team covers research, writing, budgets and portals.

Kevin Packer

Senior Grant Consultant, MSc Marine Biology

MSc Marine Biologist. Leads every engagement, from the first eligibility check to the submitted proposal, with experience at AFWERX, NSF, DoD, DARPA, DOE and Innovate UK.

Marcos Dragotto

Grant Writer, Chemical Engineer

Chemical Engineer. Researches opportunities, interprets eligibility rules and structures proposals for technology companies, educational initiatives and nonprofits.

Franco Tilli

Grant Writer, Chemical Engineer

Chemical Engineer, formerly a Process Engineer in the automotive industry. Turns complex technical work into clear, reviewer-friendly narratives and manages submissions end to end.

Julián Dragotto

Grant Writer, Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer. Owns budgets, compliance checks and submission-ready documentation, with the process discipline of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 environments.

How a project runs

Eight steps, one team, from the first meeting to the award decision.

01. Kick-off meeting

We learn how your technology works, where it stands and what you need the funding for.

02. Opportunity search

We search federal, state, UK and foundation programs and deliver an Opportunity Report with topics, deadlines and deliverables.

03. Selection

Together we choose which opportunities to pursue and how to approach each one.

04. First draft

We write the initial proposal from your technical material, in the structure each agency expects.

05. Refinement

Several rounds of review until the proposal is in its strongest form for submission.

06. Submission

We complete the forms, upload the documents and submit through the agency portal.

07. Follow-up

We track the review, answer agency requests and report the outcome.

08. Next project

With the first submission done, we line up the next program on your calendar.

Frequently asked questions

What is non-dilutive funding?

Capital you receive without giving up equity. Federal grants such as SBIR/STTR, research grants such as NIH R01 and R21, and foundation grants are all non-dilutive: you keep full ownership of your company or organization.

Who is eligible for SBIR/STTR?

For-profit US companies with 500 or fewer employees that are more than 50% directly owned and controlled by US citizens or permanent residents (13 CFR 121.702). STTR also requires a formal partnership with a US research institution. Universities, hospitals and nonprofits are not eligible for SBIR/STTR directly, but they can apply to research grants such as NIH R01 and R21 and to foundation programs.

Who do you work with?

Startups and small and medium companies in the US and the UK, universities, hospitals and nonprofits. The common thread is technology or research that a funder would want to support.

Which programs do you work with?

SBIR/STTR at NSF, NIH, DoD and DOE, NIH R01 and R21 research grants, Innovate UK, Horizon Europe and private foundations. We also work with state programs and with prize competitions run by federal agencies.

What makes your approach different?

A science-based understanding of your technology combined with a multi-agency submission strategy: we target several suitable programs across agencies at the same time instead of betting on one. Every program we recommend is checked against the official notice, not against aggregators, before any work starts.

How does the work with the consultant run?

Early on the project needs more input from you while we learn the technology. From there we work more independently: we present opportunities, you approve, we prepare a first draft and refine it with you over several rounds until it is ready to submit.

Do you manage the grant portals?

Yes, as much as you want us to. We can handle registration, submission, follow-up and communication with the agency, or support your team while you keep control of the portals.

What happens after submission?

We track the review, keep you informed and prepare any follow-up or additional information the agency requests until the decision is announced.

How do you charge?

A flat fee per project, sized to the workload, with an optional success fee that only applies when a grant is awarded. The higher the success-fee component, the lower the flat fee. We never work on a success fee alone. Exact terms are agreed in our first meeting, before any work starts.

Do you offer a free funding report?

Yes, and it is the best way to start. Tell us about your technology and you will receive a report with the open programs that fit your company or organization, each verified against the official source.

How long does the process take?

Identifying and validating the right opportunities usually takes 1 to 2 weeks. Preparing a competitive proposal takes 3 to 8 weeks depending on the program. Agencies then take 3 to 6 months to decide, so most clients see their first award decisions within 6 to 9 months of starting.

How do I start?

Book a call to discuss your technology and goals, or get the free funding report first and book the call once you have seen your opportunities.

See your funding options first

The free funding report shows which programs are open for your technology. If you prefer to talk first, book a 30 minute call.

Contact us

Tell us about your technology and what you are looking to fund. We reply within one business day.

Other ways to reach us

Grant consulting for technology companies and research organizations in the US and the UK.