DE Office of Supplier Diversity Launches Online Application Portal
The Delaware Office of Supplier Diversity (OSD) has launched a new online portal to streamline the application process for diverse business and small business certifications. This portal, which can be accessed at de.gov/osd, will make it easier for business owners to submit application materials and information.
DSB Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 EDGE Grant Competition
Calling all small business owners! If you want to start your own small business or have been in business for less than seven years and need funding, we have an opportunity for you! The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) is now accepting applications for the first EDGE Grant Competition round of 2025. EDGE stands for the Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) program.
2025 EDGE Grant Informational Webinar Set for Jan. 22nd
To help potential applicants prepare for the 2025 EDGE Grant Competition in February, the Division of Small Business is hosting a webinar on Wednesday January 22, at 10:00 a.m. Registration is required, so go to de.gov/edge to sign up! The webinar will help attendees learn what elements are needed for a successful application.
Governor Carney, DSB Announce Fall 2024 EDGE Grant Competition Awards
Governor John Carney joined the Division of Small Business to present awards for the Fall 2024 winners of the Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) competition on Wednesday Nov. 20. Ten awards were presented to Delaware small businesses in a ceremony at The Mill Space in Wilmington. Since 2019, the EDGE Grant Competition has provided support to 110 small businesses that have received a total of $7.25 million.
EDGE Competition Reaches Milestone – 100 Small Businesses Awarded Grants Since 2019
A State of Delaware program that helps small businesses start or grow during the first few years of operation hit a major milestone Thursday. The Delaware Division of Small Business announced the most recent grant awards for the Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) competition on May 23rd in Dover. The awards given to 10 Delaware small businesses for the spring 2024 round, bring the total number of businesses awarded funds under the EDGE program to 100.
