Delaware Technical Innovation Program

The Downtown Business Fund, launched in April 2026, provides move-in grants, access to loans with discounted interest rates, and expert support to businesses along the Powell Street and Moscone Convention Center corridors. Mon-In Grants offer up to $500,000 grants to cover tenant improvements, equipment, working capital, and launch expenses

The Skills Enhancement Fund (SEF) provides assistance to businesses to support training and upgrading skills of employees required to support new capital investment. The grant may be provided to reimburse a portion (typically 50%) of eligible training costs over a period of two full calendar years from the commencement of the project. Grants from the Skills Enhancement Fund must lead to post-secondary credentials, a nationally-recognized industry credential, or specialized company training for both new hires and existing workers, and an increase in wages for existing employees.

TVA is supporting new job growth by investing in competitive economic development projects. Paid directly to the company, Performance Grant amounts are flexible for approved purposes. Funding amounts are based upon the five-year economic impact of the project and are made at the discretion of TVA Economic Development.

The Long Beach Safe & Secure Program provides Long Beach, California small businesses with reimbursement grants of up to $750 or $1,500 (depending on business size) to fund security upgrades to their storefronts. Administered by the City of Long Beach, the program offers two tiers of funding: businesses with storefronts of 1,500 square feet or less may receive up to $750, while businesses with storefronts between 1,500 and 5,000 square feet, or with 25 or more linear feet of street frontage, may qualify for up to $1,500. The higher funding level is intended to support more comprehensive security installations that reduce cash exposure and deter crime. Grant funds may be used for security upgrades including cameras, floodlighting, alarm systems, and point-of-sale systems. The program operates on a reimbursement basis, and applicants must submit receipts documenting completed purchases along with photos of the storefront or area that was improved as part of the application. To qualify, businesses must operate a publicly accessible storefront physically located within Long Beach city limits (PO Boxes and shipping center addresses are not eligible), hold an active City of Long Beach business license (or be current on a payment plan for license fees), be currently open and active, and earn no more than $5 million in annual gross revenue. Eligible business types include independently-owned and operated for-profit businesses (including sole proprietorships and franchises, though publicly traded companies are not eligible) and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Landlords are also eligible to apply on behalf of commercial storefronts, whether vacant or occupied. Corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships must hold "active" status with the California Secretary of State. Storefront size (which determines the applicable grant tier) must be verified through a lease agreement, floor plan, or property records.

The Revitalize Harlingen Grant is a 50/50 matching reimbursement grant that provides Harlingen, Texas small businesses and commercial property owners with up to $10,000 per pre-approved project to improve storefronts and commercial properties. Administered by the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) in collaboration with the City of Harlingen, the program is designed to enhance the appearance of commercial properties, improve business visibility, retain and expand jobs, and stimulate economic growth within Harlingen. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis until all funding is exhausted, and projects must be pre-approved before any improvements begin. Priority is given to businesses located within four designated targeted zones across the city, but the program is open to all eligible businesses located within the incorporated areas of Harlingen. Businesses located within the designated Downtown Zone must additionally consult with the Downtown Harlingen office to ensure that all proposed improvements comply with Downtown design guidelines and historic preservation requirements. To qualify, applicants must be a commercial property owner or an existing for-profit business tenant located in Harlingen, operate from a building that is at least 10 years old, hold a valid Certificate of Occupancy, Federal EIN, or Sales Tax ID, be current on all property taxes and rental, lease, or mortgage payments, have no outstanding code enforcement violations or liens, and not have received another HEDC incentive within the same fiscal year (October 1 to September 30) or other non-profit local funding for the same improvements. Owners of multiple properties may apply for each property, but funds are capped at $10,000 total across all combined properties. Ineligible businesses include sexually oriented businesses, gambling establishments (including sweepstakes and internet cafes), businesses involved in the sale of CBD, marijuana, or other drug-related products, home-based businesses, nonprofit-owned businesses, and businesses deemed a public nuisance by local law enforcement or code enforcement agencies. Eligible expenses include exterior painting, re-siding, cleaning, and other improvements that revitalize the storefront appearance, exterior restoration of significant architectural details, replacement or installation of doors, windows, or awnings, installation of permanent landscaping, and the repair, removal, or replacement of old signage (all signage must be attached to the building; free-standing signs are considered on a case-by-case basis). Interior repairs, replacements, painting, or resurfacing of structural walls and flooring are eligible only when the overall project includes at least 75 percent exterior improvements, with interior work accounting for no more than 25 percent of the total eligible project cost. Architectural and engineering fees, along with permitting and development review fees, may account for up to 10 percent of total eligible project costs. Ineligible expenses include new building construction, reducing or enclosing existing storefront windows, security systems (including metal roll-down gates, window bars, and cameras), equipment, mechanical systems, or HVAC, improvements to secondary or accessory buildings such as garages and storage buildings, routine maintenance, roof repairs, and improvements to buildings primarily used for residential purposes (defined as more than 50 percent residential square footage). The application process is two-step. Applicants must first submit a Pre-Approval Application through the designated online portal describing the proposed improvements, submit before photos, and provide required documentation including itemized estimates or quotes, a Certificate of Occupancy or commercial permits, confirmation that mortgage, insurance, and property tax payments are current, documentation of property ownership or written owner consent, and a valid Sales Tax ID or Federal EIN. HEDC reviews the application and notifies the applicant whether the proposed improvements have been approved or denied. Approved projects must begin within 90 days of the Pre-Approval approval date and be completed by the current round's deadline. Upon completion, applicants submit a Funding Application including signed invoices and receipts, documentation of total project costs, and digital after photos. The HEDC Committee reviews the Funding Application and brings approved applications before the HEDC Board of Directors; approved grants are disbursed to the applicant no later than 60 days following approval by the HEDC Board and the Harlingen City Commission.