El Paso Innovation Hub - El Paso Community Foundation | Grants, Scholarships, and Philanthropy Services

Mission Amplified is a hands-on workshop series focused on applying technology to real-world challenges across our community.

Brought to you by the Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub and Microsoft, in partnership with the El Paso Community Foundation. For more in-depth descriptions of each class, please visit: elpasoinnovationhub.org/mission-amplified

SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 | GOV GRANTS FOR TECH STARTUPS (SBIR 101)

Access one of the largest sources of startup funding, without giving up equity.

Learn how SBIR grants work, how to identify the right opportunities, what reviewers look for, and how to position your idea into a competitive proposal you can actually act on.

Led by Stephanie Schilling, Executive Director of 1881 Ventures, whose work spans startup support, grant funding, and building a stronger innovation ecosystem in the Borderplex region.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub 500 W Overland Ave, Ste 210 El Paso, TX 79901
Please Bring: A laptop for hands-on activities.

Featured Speaker:

Stephanie Schilling is the Executive Director of 1881 Ventures (Previously known as STTE), where she supports founders in turning ideas into fundable, scalable ventures.

Previously STTE’s Ventures Manager, she helped drive a 12x economic impact for startups in a single cohort and played a key role in securing SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) funding for El Paso-based startup Aurum Tech. With a background in community development and innovation, Stephanie brings firsthand experience navigating federal funding and building pathways for founders to access capital.

-This event is part of El Paso Startup Week, taking place across the city from September 27 - October 3rd.

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Sept. 29 - Gov. Grants for Tech Startups (SBIR 101) - $0.00 each

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