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E.B. Howard Consulting
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· We connect you to non-dilutive funding
· We assist you with grant writing
· We evaluate & report on your funding outcomes
· Learn more at www.ebhoward.com
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Key SBA program changes affect eligibility, compliance, and contracting pathways, requiring small businesses to stay vigilant and maintain up-to-date…

https://www.ebhoward.com/changes-to-small-business-programs-create-challenges-and-opportunities/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 25, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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NIH abruptly paused SBIR and STTR activity, creating uncertainty for applicants who now require strategy, preparation, and airtight…

https://www.ebhoward.com/nih-hits-pause-on-sbir-and-sttr-what-the-latest-guidance-means-for-your-funding-strategy/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 24, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Archer Career, a leading provider of microlearning career education, has been awarded a competitive Illinois Innovation Voucher to…

https://www.ebhoward.com/archer-career-wins-illinois-innovation-voucher-for-ai-powered-college-retention-initiative/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 21, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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A new end-to-end SBIR/STTR ecosystem is raising the stakes for how smooth, compliant, and detail-perfect your grant submission must be—here’s how grant…

https://www.ebhoward.com/submission-perfect-how-to-survive-the-new-intelligent-sbir-sttr-ecosystem/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 20, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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NSF ART proposals need evaluation built in early. EBHC ensures proposals align with outcomes reviewers expect and strengthens institutional credibility.

https://www.ebhoward.com/when-should-you-bring-in-an-evaluator-for-nsfs-art-program/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 19, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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Federal systems are reopening and grant seekers must prepare quickly to stay competitive as reviews, awards, and communications begin…

https://www.ebhoward.com/preparing-for-the-end-of-the-government-shutdown-what-grant-seekers-applicants-need-to-do-now/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 13, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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The Kauffman Foundation requires measurable impact. We help grantees design evaluation frameworks that prove inclusion,…

https://www.ebhoward.com/evaluation-that-proves-impact-in-kauffman-foundation-ecosystem-inclusive-entrepreneurship-grants/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Many federally funded projects forget evaluation until year two. We can assist institutions rebuild data, report outcomes, and restore accountability midstream.

https://www.ebhoward.com/when-the-accelerating-starts-without-the-evaluation-plan/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 11, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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DOL’s SCC and ABA grants mandate independent evaluation. We design compliant, data-driven evaluation frameworks that prove workforce…

https://www.ebhoward.com/department-of-labor-strengthening-community-colleges-scc-apprenticeship-building-america-aba/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 7, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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NSF’s POSE program prioritizes measurable ecosystem health and sustainability. EBHC builds evaluation systems that quantify growth,…

https://www.ebhoward.com/how-evaluation-drives-success-in-nsf-pathways-to-enable-open-source-ecosystems-pose-program/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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November 5, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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For startups pursuing non-dilutive funding, the SBIR/STTR programs offer a critical pathway to advance research and development while preserving ownership.

https://www.ebhoward.com/the-sbir-sttr-roadmap-what-every-startup-needs-to-know-before-applying/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 29, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Born as a free COVID-19 funding database, Startup Fund Hub is now a powerful platform for accessible, transparent funding.

https://www.ebhoward.com/startup-fund-hub-from-free-covid-19-resource-to-funding-search-powerhouse/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 24, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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The NSF ART program expects proof, not just plans. EBHC’s evaluations show real results, build trust, and support long-term success.

https://www.ebhoward.com/nsfs-art-program-why-ebhc-is-the-evaluator-you-need/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 22, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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While federal programs like SBIR and STTR often get the spotlight, state-level non-dilutive funding opportunities can be equally valuable for startups…

https://www.ebhoward.com/state-level-non-dilutive-funding-resources-every-startup-should-know-about/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 15, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Startup Fund Hub’s latest updates simplify jargon, expand categories, and open funding access to startups, nonprofits, and small businesses.

https://www.ebhoward.com/whats-new-on-startup-fund-hub-fresh-content-to-power-your-funding-journey/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 10, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Even with SBIR paused, small businesses still have abundant non-dilutive funding options through federal grants, state programs, accelerators, and…

https://www.ebhoward.com/finding-funding-beyond-sbir-how-small-businesses-can-thrive-in-uncertain-times/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 9, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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A government shutdown can delay or disrupt federal grantmaking. The one thing you can control is how you prepare. Strong evaluation…

https://www.ebhoward.com/government-shutdowns-and-federal-grants-why-strong-evaluation-keeps-your-project-moving-forward/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 7, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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The government shutdown and SBIR/STTR expiration pause federal innovation funding, but prepared companies can emerge stronger when programs resume.

https://www.ebhoward.com/government-shutdown-sbir-expiration-and-what-it-means-for-innovators/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 6, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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A government shutdown disrupts funding cycles, but clear communication keeps stakeholders confident. EBHC helps you frame…

https://www.ebhoward.com/communicating-through-a-shutdown-keeping-funders-and-stakeholders-confident-in-your-grant-project/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 3, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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A shutdown does not have to stall your grant journey. By focusing on strategy, documentation, and evaluation, applicants and recipients…

https://www.ebhoward.com/staying-grant-ready-during-a-government-shutdown-what-applicants-and-recipients-can-do-now/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 2, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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A government shutdown may pause grants. Learn the simple steps you can take now to protect your project or application.

https://www.ebhoward.com/government-shutdown-and-federal-grants-what-you-can-do/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 1, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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Customer discovery plays a pivotal role in crafting a credible and compelling SBIR/STTR application, especially when it comes to strengthening your…

https://www.ebhoward.com/the-role-of-customer-discovery-in-strengthening-sbir-sttr-applications/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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October 1, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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The redesigned Startup Fund Hub offers real-time updates, smarter filters, and simplified content to make finding funding faster.

https://www.ebhoward.com/a-smarter-way-to-fund-your-startup-inside-the-new-startup-fund-hub-experience/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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September 26, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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NSF names 15 finalists for its Regional Innovation Engines competition, and EBHC highlights why evaluation is key to lasting success.

https://www.ebhoward.com/celebrating-the-15-finalists-of-the-nsf-engines-competition/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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September 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Receiving a rejection after submitting an SBIR/STTR proposal can be disheartening, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your funding journey.

https://www.ebhoward.com/navigating-the-resubmission-process-lessons-from-sbir-sttr-rejections/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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September 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM