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Federal Equity MatchTREAS

SSBCI Venture Capital Equity Matching Fund

U.S. Department of the Treasury / SBA
Max Funding
Up to $2,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Location
Nationwide (US)

Program Summary & Scope

The State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) provides federal equity co-investment funds administered through participating states. It matches private venture capital investments 1:1 in high-growth technology startups.

Key Requirements & Eligibility Criteria

  • Requires a lead private venture capital firm or qualified angel group syndicate
  • Administered at the state level with Treasury oversight
  • Prioritizes underserved founders, woman-owned (WOSB), and veteran-owned (SDVOSB) businesses

Eligible Startup Stages

SeedEarly Stage

Target Industries & Sectors

General TechAIBiotechCleanTechDeepTech