SSBCI Update: DSB Distributes Nearly $4M in its Race to $14M
The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) is edging closer to its goal of getting millions of dollars into the hands of small business owners through its ‘Race to $14M’ initiative! The Division has distributed another $1.59M in federal funding as part of its Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). That brings the total of funds distributed to $3.99M since April 24 and leaves just over $10M that needs to be awarded so DSB does not lose access to the next round of these federal dollars.
Division of Small Business Unveils New Logo Reflecting Unity, Vibrancy, and Forward Momentum
The Delaware Division of Small Business is pleased to unveil its new logo, a refreshed visual identity that represents a unified and energized division committed to serving entrepreneurs, businesses, and communities across the First State.
DSB and BioConnect DE Announce STAR Fund Details
The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB), in partnership with BioConnect DE, are announcing the details for the STEM Talent Advancement and Retention (STAR) Fund. The STAR Fund will provide tuition reimbursement awards for student loans of up to $6,000, as a way to incentivize, retain, and attract graduates from an accredited post-secondary college or university, who are currently employed or are considering employment in Delaware in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields.
Fifteen DE Main Street Programs Earn National Designations
The Delaware on Main Street Program, operated by the Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB), is announcing that four Downtown Main Street Programs have earned reaccreditation status, and another 11 have earned continued affiliate status from Main Street America.
UPDATE: DSB Distributes $2.40M in SSBCI Funding in 45 days
In the last 45 days, the Division is proud to announce that it has distributed $2.40M to small business owners. This is exciting news since the highly publicized relaunch of DSB’s Small State Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) on April 24, when DSB Director CJ Bell explained the urgent need to get $14M in the hands of small business owners before the end of the calendar year.
