About this programme
The Delaware Site Readiness Fund promotes economic growth and stability by investing in the development or improvement of commercial and industrial sites, with the goal of attracting job-creating businesses to the state. It is administered by the Delaware Division of Small Business, part of the Department of State.
Rather than funding a company's operations directly, the fund pays for building or upgrading the physical sites businesses would occupy: constructing new sites, renovating existing ones, and improving infrastructure on commercial and industrial properties.
How it works
The fund offers grants, loans, or other economic assistance to qualified applicants; the official page does not state a specific dollar amount, cap, or funding formula.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the current year's allocation is fully awarded.
Applicants should review the Site Readiness Checklist Fact Sheet before applying, to confirm they meet the program's minimum requirements.
Who can apply
Applicants can be qualified businesses or local governments investing in a commercial or industrial site.
The project must demonstrate a public utility advantage to the citizens of Delaware.
How to apply
- Review the Site Readiness Checklist Fact Sheet to confirm you meet minimum program requirements.
- Optionally, watch the informational webinar on YouTube that explains the application process.
- Complete the Site Readiness Fund Application form.
- Email the completed application to business_finance@delaware.gov.
Documents you’ll typically need
- Site Readiness Fund Application form
- Site Readiness Checklist Fact Sheet (for reference, to confirm eligibility before applying)
Frequently asked
Is this a grant or a loan?
It can be either. The program offers grants, loans, or other economic assistance depending on the project, and the official page does not fix a single funding format.
How much funding can I get?
The official page does not state a specific dollar amount or cap; it says funding continues on a rolling basis until the year's allocation is fully awarded.
Who can apply, businesses or governments?
Both. The program accepts applications from qualified businesses as well as local governments investing in site development.
Is there a deadline?
No fixed deadline is stated. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the current allocation runs out.
What can the money actually pay for?
Constructing new commercial or industrial sites, renovating existing ones, or improving infrastructure on those properties.
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