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Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
Wilmington, DE · 502 members
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Funding & programs
Opportunities
29 open for members · 6 for the chamber
GrantDE · statewide
Compass Grant (international marketing reimbursement)
Reimburses Delaware small businesses for 50% of pre-approved international marketing and sales costs, such as overseas trade-show booths, travel to meet foreign buyers, market reports and website localization, up to $10,000 per company per fiscal year. The business must have been operating for at least one year and have physical operations and employees in Delaware.
- Amount
- Compass Grant funds may be used to reimburse up to 50 percent of all pre-approved, eligible, international marketing expenses, up to a maximum of $10,000 per fiscal year, per company.
- When
- Open now
Match required
Who can apply
Delaware small businesses may apply for a Compass Grant to support marketing and sales activities around the world. Compass Grant funds may be used to reimburse up to 50 percent of all pre-approved, eligible, international marketing expenses, up to a maximum of $10,000 per fiscal year, per company.
SBA disaster loanDE · disaster area
SBA Offers Relief to New Jersey Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by a Freeze (NJ-20009)
Small businesses and private nonprofits in the declared counties with economic losses from a freeze occurring April 19 – April 22 can apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (up to $2 million; agricultural producers, farmers and ranchers are not eligible except aquaculture). Economic injury applications are due February 8, 2027; covered counties include New Jersey: 21 counties; Pennsylvania: Bucks, Delaware, Monroe, Northampton, Philadelphia, Pike.
- Amount
- The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.625% for PNPs, with terms of up to 30 years.
- When
- Apply by Feb 8, 2027
Ag-related
Who can apply
Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, and PNPs — including faith-based organizations — with financial losses directly related to this disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.
SBA disaster loanDE · disaster area
SBA Disaster Loans — Delaware: Severe Winter Storm (DE-20001)
Private nonprofits only: SBA low-interest disaster loans for Severe Winter Storm (incident period February 22, 2026 through February 23, 2026) — Kent (DE), Sussex (DE). Private nonprofits providing essential governmental-type services can apply; the physical-damage deadline passed on July 28, 2026; economic injury (EIDL) applications due March 1, 2027.
- Amount
- The Interest Rates are (percent): For Physical Damage: Private Non-Profit Organizations with Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625 For Economic Injury: Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625
- When
- Apply by Mar 1, 2027
Nonprofits only
Who can apply
Private Non-Profit organizations providing essential services of a governmental nature may file disaster loan applications online using the SBA Loan Portal https://lending.sba.gov or in person at other locally announced locations.
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R4R Mitigation Grant – $5,000 for pre-disaster projects (Fall 2026)
New for fall 2026: small businesses that take a 15–30 minute disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform between September 29 and November 15 become eligible to apply for a $5,000 grant for a pre-disaster mitigation project at their business.
- Amount
- a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business
- When
- Apply by Nov 15
Who can apply
Between September 29 and November 15, take a 15-30 minute small business disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform to become eligible to apply for a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business.
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Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses – business education program
Business education program for established small business owners, run in local in-person cohorts and a national online cohort. Applicants should be an owner or co-owner of a business operating at least two years, with revenue of $75,000 or more in one of the past two fiscal years and at least two employees including the owner. Applications are due about three months before a cohort starts: apply by October 2026 for the February–May 2027 national cohort.
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Does your business have revenue of $75K or more in one of the past two fiscal years?
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Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and distribution centers give local grants of $250 to $5,000 to 501(c)(3) charities, schools, government entities and faith-based community projects in their service area. The current cycle runs August 1 to November 30; chambers (501(c)(6)) are not eligible.
- Amount
- Grant amounts range from $250 to $5,000.
- When
- Apply by Nov 30
Who can apply
Eligible entities must be a: 501(c)(3) public charity: [...] Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): [...] School: [...] Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large [...] Note: Non-charities, including but not limited to organizations such as 501(c)(4)s, (c)(6)s, and (c)(19)s like homeowner’s associations, civic leagues, or volunteer fire companies, are not eligible.
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Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program is a year-long fellowship for women-owned businesses with at least $75,000 in annual revenue, including a $2,000 education grant. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open September 22 to November 17, 2026, and applying is free.
- Amount
- $2,000 education grant (FAQ)
- When
- Apply by Nov 17
Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by womenA woman entrepreneur who owns the largest or equally largest stake in a qualifying business
Who can apply
For profit, from any industry; Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by women; Generating minimum of $75,000 annually. There is no maximum revenue requirement.; Formed under United States law and operating in the United States
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HerRise MicroGrant
HerSuiteSpot's HerRise MicroGrant funds women-owned US businesses with under $1 million in revenue; each month's applications close on the last day of the month. There is a $15 application fee.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feeWomen-owned business
Who can apply
Women-owned business; Businesses currently registered in the US; Less than $1 million in gross revenue; Non-profits, franchise, direct seller, authorized reseller or independent consultant not eligible
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Amber Grants
WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses every month, and three $50,000 grants at year end. Each month's entry period ends on the last day of the month; there is a $15 application fee with a fee waiver on request.
- Amount
- Each month, three (3) $10,000 Amber Grants will be awarded. [...] three (3) of the monthly winners will receive an additional $50,000 Year-End Grant.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feewomen (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business
Who can apply
Open to women (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business based in the United States or Canada. Eligible businesses include pre-revenue ventures, idea-stage startups, and revenue-generating nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits whose primary activity is charitable giving are not eligible.Quoted from ambergrantsforwomen.com →
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Galaxy Grants
Hidden Star's Galaxy Grant awards $2,500 and is free to apply. The current deadline is October 31, 2026, with winners announced the following week.
- Amount
- $2,500 Galaxy Grant – FREE to Apply!
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Contestsupporting women & minority business owners
Who can apply
Each of these contests will be separate and are open only to persons over 18 years of age and who has set up any free or paid Galaxy of Stars membership account prior to or concurrent with entering or participating in the contest.Quoted from galaxyofstars.org →
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 national grant
Verizon and LISC select 10 small businesses each month from June through December 2026 for $10,000 grants. Owners unlock the one-time application by completing two free Digital Ready courses or events in 2026.
- Amount
- 10 small businesses will be selected for grants each month [...] $10,000 grants
- When
- Open now
Random drawingContest
Who can apply
Owners of for-profit small businesses based in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who are 18 or older may apply. Owners of multiple businesses may apply for one business only.
GrantDE · statewide
Arts Access Grant
Small grants for Delaware nonprofits - including community groups whose main mission is not the arts, libraries and parks - to present performing, visual, literary, media or folk arts featuring professional artists. Requests are up to 80% of costs or $2,500 for projects of $5,000 or less, and up to 50% or $4,000 for larger projects; apply at least six weeks before the event.
- Amount
- For projects totaling less than or equal to $5,000 in eligible expenses, applicants may request up to 80% of eligible costs, or $2,500, whichever is less. For projects totaling more than $5,000 in eligible expenses, applicants may request up to 50% of eligible costs, or $4,000, whichever is less.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Nonprofits onlyMatch required
Who can apply
Be an established unit of municipal, county, or state government within Delaware, OR be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. Applicants may include arts organizations, community-based non-arts organizations, schools, libraries, parks, etc.
IncentiveDE · statewide
TEAMS Program (Tournaments, Events & Athletic Meets Sponsorship)
Post-event financial incentives for nonprofit or for-profit organizers of new or expanding sports events held in Delaware, sized by the event’s economic impact (participants, spectators and hotel room nights). Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served until funds run out and must be submitted at least 90 days before the event.
- Amount
- Depending on the economic impact generated by the sporting event, financial incentives from the TEAMS program can range from $1,000 for events with an economic impact of up to $100,000 to more than $25,000 for events generating more than $2.5 million in economic impact.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
All organizations, non-profit and for-profit, may apply only if their sports event takes place in Delaware. Applications for the program are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be reviewed in the order in which they are received until the funds are depleted.
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Freed Fellowship Grant
Freed Fellowship picks one US small business owner each month for a $500 grant, and Fellows are considered for a $2,500 year-end grant. Applications are rolling and cost $19.
- Amount
- Each month we select one Freed Fellow as the recipient of a $500 no-strings-attached grant. Fellows are then considered for our $2,500 year-end grant.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Contest$19 fee
Who can apply
Any micro or small business owner in the US is eligible. We especially encourage women, minorities and others considered underrepresented or overlooked to apply.
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NASE Growth Grants
NASE gives members grants of up to $4,000 for specific business needs such as marketing, hiring or equipment. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; NASE membership is required.
- Amount
- Apply for a business development grant from the NASE worth up to $4,000!
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Membership required
Who can apply
To be eligible, the applicant must be a member in good standing at the time of application and must maintain such good standing continuously through the date on which the award is conferred.
GrantDE · statewide
Project Support Grants for Community-Based Organizations
Matching grants for arts projects run by Delaware nonprofits whose primary mission is not the arts - such as civic groups, libraries and community or senior centers - for projects with more than $5,000 in direct cash costs. Grants cover up to 30% of the artistic portion and typically range from $2,000 to $10,000; applications open December 1 and are due March 1, 2027.
- Amount
- Project Support grant awards typically range between $2,000 and $10,000, with more than half of the awards less than $5,000.
- When
- Opens in December
Nonprofits onlyMatch required
Who can apply
Organizations must be based and chartered in Delaware as a nonprofit organization; exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and eligible to receive donations allowable as charitable contributions under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954.
Pitch contestDE · statewide
EDGE Grant Competition (Encouraging Development, Growth & Expansion)
Competitive matching grants for young Delaware small businesses (under 7 years old, 15 or fewer full-time employees, under $700K in assets), awarded after a pitch to a judging panel. Entrepreneur-track winners share up to $400K and STEM-track winners share up to $750K; the state funds $3 for every $1 the business puts in.
- Amount
- Applicants for the Entrepreneur track can apply for a portion of $400K in funding. Those in the STEM track can apply for a portion of a $750K pot.
- When
- Expected to open in February 2027
Match required
Who can apply
EDGE is a competition for grant funding. STEM (Science/technology/engineering/math)-based companies and Entrepreneur Class (non-STEM) businesses are eligible for funding. The funds are provided as a $3 (state) to $1 (business) match.
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Cultivate Small Business
Santander's free Cultivate Small Business program gives early-stage food businesses a 12-week curriculum, mentorship and capital grants. Applications for the spring cohort are accepted November through January.
- Amount
- capital grants
- When
- Opens in November
Who can apply
In operation for at least one year; Are working full time in the business and have fewer than 10 total full-time equivalent employees; Revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000 in the last calendar year; Located in the United States
TrainingDE · statewide
On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program
Reimburses Delaware for-profit employers for up to 50% of a new hire’s wages during a 4- to 26-week training period, for full-time positions (37.5+ hours a week) paying at least $16 an hour. The Division pre-screens candidates and up to $1,000 in supportive services per trainee may be approved.
- Amount
- The employer is eligible for up to 50% reimbursement of the employee’s wages during the OJT period to help cover the cost of the training.
- When
- Open now
Match required
Who can apply
Specialized training is provided to an employee by an employer to help the employee develop the necessary skill and abilities to perform the job. The employer is eligible for up to 50% reimbursement of the employee’s wages during the OJT period to help cover the cost of the training.
LoanDE · statewide
True Access Capital Small Business Loans
True Access Capital, a Delaware CDFI, makes small business loans from $10,000 to $800,000 - microloans, growth loans, commercial real estate and SBA 504 - tailored to start-ups and expanding businesses.
- Amount
- TAC offers small business loans from $10,000 to $800,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Whether you’re just starting out, or looking to expand, TAC works with you to tailor a loan that meets your needs.
LoanDE · statewide
Ascendus Business Term Loan
Ascendus, a nonprofit CDFI lender, offers small business term loans of up to $100,000 to owners who need money to grow their business, available to businesses nationwide except in Vermont.
- Amount
- For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000. Qualified businesses will be located nationwide, except in Vermont.
LoanDE · statewide
Pursuit SBA Microloan
Pursuit, an SBA microloan intermediary and CDFI, makes SBA microloans of up to $50,000 for working capital, debt refinancing and equipment to small businesses (and certain nonprofit childcare centers) in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Illinois and Delaware.
- Amount
- The Microloan program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The Microloan program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand.
LoanDE · statewide
Accion Opportunity Fund Small Business Term Loan
Accion Opportunity Fund, a national nonprofit CDFI, offers small business term loans up to $250,000 with repayment terms up to 36 months for businesses with at least 2 years in business and $300,000+ in annual sales.
- Amount
- Loans up to $250k
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Must be at least 18 years or older Minimum 2 years in business $300,000+ in annual sales 20% ownership of business All shareholders must be either a US citizen or permanent resident
LoanDE · county program
Finanta Microloans and Small Business Loans
Finanta, a CDFI, makes microloans (under $50,000) and larger small business loans to start-ups and growing businesses that cannot get bank financing, for equipment, site improvements, working capital, inventory and expansion.
- Amount
- Microloans are for businesses that require less than $50,000 for start-up or expansion.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Our Small Business Loans target both start-ups and established businesses poised for growth that are unable to secure financing from traditional banks.
0% loanDE · statewide
Kiva U.S. 0% interest loans
Kiva U.S. offers crowdfunded 0% interest loans of $1,000 to $15,000 for U.S. small business owners, with no fees, no collateral and no minimum credit score. Borrowers first invite friends, family and others to lend during a private fundraising period, then crowdfund publicly on Kiva; businesses in Nevada and North Dakota are not accepted.
- Amount
- you can qualify for a no-interest, no-fee, and no-collateral loan between $1,000-$15,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Your business must be registered within the United States, and you must physically reside in the United States, in order to be eligible for a Kiva U.S. loan.Quoted from kiva.org →
Technical assistanceDE · statewide
Delaware SBDC — no-cost business advising
The Delaware SBDC provides one-on-one consulting and training to Delaware entrepreneurs and business owners; consulting is provided at no charge because the program is funded by the SBA, the Delaware Division of Small Business and partners.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the U.S.
LoanDE · statewide
Delaware Agricultural Financing Program (DAFP) Equipment Loans
Fixed-rate equipment loans of $25,000 to $250,000 (up to 50% of project cost, terms up to 7 years, interest-only the first year) for Delaware farmers, producers and food processors, covering production, processing, packaging, aggregation and distribution equipment. A private lender must finance the balance.
- Amount
- The Delaware Economic Development Authority (DEDA), through the state’s Division of Small Business, will provide loans of $25,000 to $250,000 with a maximum loan amount of 50% of a project’s total cost.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Ag-relatedMatch required
Who can apply
Delaware farmers, producers, and food processors actively engaged in crop, livestock, aquaculture, and/or food production in the State of Delaware.
LoanDE · statewide
Delaware Capital Access Program (DCAP)
SSBCI-funded loan-loss reserve that helps Delaware small businesses with minor collateral or credit issues get bank, credit union or CDFI loans and lines of credit. Owners start with a Division of Small Business Business Manager, who refers them to a participating lender; the free Delaware SBDC can help prepare the application.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Apply via a partner
Who can apply
Delaware Capital Access Program (DCAP) – Provides supportive financing for a business that has minor collateral or credit issues. It’s designed to assist any small business owner in need of a loan.
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Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) – $5,000 disaster recovery grant
Small businesses with 500 or fewer employees register in advance by completing a free five-minute preparedness checklist; if their county later comes under a state emergency or disaster declaration and they have at least $5,000 in uncovered losses, they can apply for a $5,000 recovery grant. Nonprofits are not funded.
- Amount
- Selected businesses receive $5,000 and must document at least $5,000 in disaster-related losses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
500 employees or fewer Complete the free checklist (5 minutes) Located in the U.S. or territories (includes Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, etc.)
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SCORE — free business mentoring
SCORE offers free, confidential mentoring, for the life of your business, to any aspiring or established owner of a U.S.-based business, in all industries and stages; nonprofits are also served. Enter your ZIP code on the page to be matched with a mentor.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SCORE mentoring is a free service offered to any aspiring or established owners of a U.S.-based business.
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APEX Accelerators — no-cost government contracting help
APEX Accelerators (the program formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Program), supported by the Department of War's Office of Small Business Programs, offer no-cost guidance and one-on-one help for businesses entering or growing in federal, state and local government contracting, through more than 300 offices nationwide. Use the service-area locator to find your local office.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The APEX Accelerators program provides the education and training to ensure that all businesses become capable of participating in federal, state, and local government contracts.Quoted from apexaccelerators.us →
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LiftFund Small Business Loans
LiftFund, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans for working capital, equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, vehicles and commercial real estate to startups and existing businesses, including owners with limited credit, collateral or experience.
- Amount
- financing options can range from $500 to $1 Million
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Whether you have limited credit, collateral or experience, we’ll work with you to find funding that allows you to build your credit and improve your finances. LiftFund offers small business loans to entrepreneurs nationwide.
For Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
Grants and programs the chamber itself can apply for.
GrantDE · statewide
Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC) — Region 1 operator
USDOT will award one cooperative agreement of $377,016.67 to a nonprofit organization that will establish and operate the Region 1 Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center, which helps small businesses in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont compete for transportation contracts. Chambers of commerce, trade associations, community-based organizations and colleges with transportation-contracting expertise and an office in the region can apply on Grants.gov by 11:59 PM EST on October 31, 2026. A 15% cost share is required.
- Amount
- The total funding to be awarded across the six regions is $2.3 million. Region 1 will be awarded $377,016.67.
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Match required
Who can apply
To be eligible for this Cooperative Agreement, an applicant must be an established nonprofit, community-based organization, transportation-related trade association, chamber of commerce, college or university, community college, faith-based institution; Historically Black College or Universities (HBCUs), or any other transportation-related nonprofit organization that has the documented experience and capacity necessary to operate and administer a coordinated delivery system that prepares small businesses to compete for transportation-related contracts.Quoted from apply07.grants.gov →
IncentiveDE · statewide
TEAMS Program (Tournaments, Events & Athletic Meets Sponsorship)
Post-event financial incentives for nonprofit or for-profit organizers of new or expanding sports events held in Delaware, sized by the event’s economic impact (participants, spectators and hotel room nights). Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served until funds run out and must be submitted at least 90 days before the event.
- Amount
- Depending on the economic impact generated by the sporting event, financial incentives from the TEAMS program can range from $1,000 for events with an economic impact of up to $100,000 to more than $25,000 for events generating more than $2.5 million in economic impact.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
All organizations, non-profit and for-profit, may apply only if their sports event takes place in Delaware. Applications for the program are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be reviewed in the order in which they are received until the funds are depleted.
GrantDE · statewide
EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance — Philadelphia Regional Office (FY 2021–2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for economic development planning and local technical assistance (such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans and project planning) in economically distressed areas, handled by EDA's Philadelphia Regional Office. Award ceiling $300,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a continuing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $300,000; Award Floor $0
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2021 and 2022. Award ceiling $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $483,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
District Organization; Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. The project of an eligible applicant must be able to meet area eligibility requirements to be considered for funding under this Disaster Supplemental NOFO. Such eligibility is predicated upon the project being located in or primarily serving one or more communities impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, and of wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2021 and 2022. More specifically, consistent with 13 C.F.R. parts 301 and 307, EDA will determine area eligibility pursuant to the applicable Federal disaster declaration under the Stafford Act, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designation of areas as eligible for public assistance or individual assistance due to the declared disasters listed on FEMA’s website (www.fema.gov/disaster/). For construction projects (including design and engineering), the project must be located within an eligible county. For non-construction projects, the project’s scope of work must primarily benefit eligible counties, and stakeholders representing those eligible counties must be directly engaged in the project.
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EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (FY 2025 PWEAA NOFO)
EDA grants for public works infrastructure and economic adjustment projects that support economic development in distressed communities and regions. Awards from $100,000 up to $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on an ongoing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to Section 3(4) of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122(4)(a)) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 (Eligible Recipient), eligible applicants for EDA financial assistance under the Public Works and EAA programs include a(n): (i) District Organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding under this NOFO.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2025 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Award ceiling $50,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $50,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $1,447,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible applicants under the FY25 Disaster program include a(n): District organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District (EDD); Indian tribe or a consortium of Indian tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a state, including a special purpose unit of a state or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions, institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; public or private nonprofit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state; an economic development organization; or a public-private partnership for public infrastructure. EDA is not authorized to provide grants or cooperative agreements to individuals or for-profit entities under this NOFO. Applications from individuals or for-profit entities will not be considered for funding.
Retired programs (3) — still listed on many chamber sites; don’t send members here
- Fast Break for Small BusinessEnded
Fast Break for Small Business, run by LegalZoom and Accion Opportunity Fund, ended after its final round in 2024. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: Fast Break for Small Business - FedEx Small Business Grant ContestEnded
FedEx retired its Small Business Grants Program, which ran from 2012 through 2024. Lists that still show it are out of date.
Official page: FedEx Small Business Grant Contest - T-Mobile Hometown GrantsEnded
T-Mobile's Hometown Grants, up to $50,000 for projects in towns under 50,000 people, ended with its final 26 recipients announced June 25, 2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: T-Mobile Hometown Grants
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Villa Italiana Mediterranean Cuisine
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Dash In · Wilmington
Dash In opens Oct 19 in Wilmington ↗Now open
Regus N Market Street · Wilmington
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Jersey Mike's Subs · Wilmington
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38,598 businesses in the Wilmington area. 502 are members.
Every business in the area Delaware State Chamber of Commerce serves, ranked by how likely it is to join. Updated every week from public business listings.
38,598Businesses in your area
502Members
71Strong prospects
10New this month
Who to reach out to this week
Where membership is thin
- Real estate agent6 of 843
- Health care4 of 800
- Software development1 of 653
- Social or community service51 of 526
- Automotive repair2 of 504
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Expansion
Bayhealth Kent General Hospital
Bayhealth unveils 'next wave' of statewide expansion projects
Bayhealth unveils 'next wave' of statewide expansion projects
Delaware State Chamber of CommerceSpotlight Delaware · Oct 15, 2026
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Membership at a glance
502 businesses in the directory we track.
Top categories
- Nonprofit organizations55
- Manufacturers23
- Business and professional associations18
- Banks17
- Legal services15
- Government relations13
- Accounting13
- Chambers of commerce11
Top towns
- Wilmington214
- Newark57
- Dover34
- New Castle33
- Rehoboth Beach10
- Washington9
- Philadelphia9
- Georgetown8
From the chamber’s public member directory, last checked Oct 16, 2026.