Small Business Protection Program
The County has established a grant program that allows for funding up to $15,000. These funds are available to businesses that meet the following requirements:
- Have less than 25 full-time employees. This count excludes part-time and contract employees.
- You are a for-profit business registered with the Secretary of State. (if you are unsure if you qualify for a for-profit business, review the IRS guidelines)
- Increased operating expenses resulting from the Responsible Restart Ohio protocols and guidelines.
- Experienced operating losses as a result from COVID-19 and as compared to 2018/2019.
The application can be found HERE. Applications will not be accepted until Friday 11/13 at 2 P.M. Applications that are submitted before that time will not be considered.
Businesses that wish to apply will need to complete the application and email Zach Dowley at econdevelopment@co.delaware.oh.us the application and necessary additional documentation listed on the application.