If you are looking to start or expand a business in Delaware or just need help solving a problem specific to this state or region, there's a wide range of resources — both government and private — available to help.
While many nationally focused resources offer helpful solutions, some issues are better addressed at the state or local level. Answers to licensing, zoning, sales tax, incorporation, economic development issues and a mountain of other matters often reside at the state level. Ironically, however, finding the right resources closer to home can often be even more difficult, as local solutions often live in many different places.
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Get free help at the Delaware Small Business Development Center (DSBDC)
The DSBDC exists to strengthen Delaware's economic base by providing quality services, such as, management assistance, education programs and resources to Delaware small businesses and startup entrepreneurs.
I recommend: DSBDC offers a great lineup of free and low-cost assistance.
SCORE more free help for your biz
SCORE, "Counselors to America's small business" is a terrific national organization that provides free mentoring for small business owners.
I recommend: Visit SCORE's
Delaware office in Wilmington for help.
Discover Delaware's the dedicated lineup of small business help
The Small Business Resource Partnership (SBRP) is a consortium of public and private agencies in Delaware offering small business programs and services.
I recommend: SBRP will plug you into the programs and resources you need, from permitting to site selection, taxes to business plans, and much more
Head to the Delaware Division of Corporations for info on how to incorporate
It's all here, from corporate forms and fees, to tax info, name reservations and more.
I recommend: Find what you need at the
Division of Corporations Web site.
Connect to a Delaware small business resource portal
Discover hundreds of local programs offering free and low-cost help for starting and growing your business.
I recommend: The Business Utility Zone Gateway for
Delaware can connect you with a wide range of people, tools and resources.
Get chummy with the Chamber
The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce offers a range of services, information, advocacy and money-saving benefits to small business owners.
I recommend: The DSCC site has a helpful lineup of
business services.
Snag state-level help from the SBA
District, state and regional offices of the U.S. Small Business Administration can put a more focused face on federal programs and resources, and plug you into local training and assistance solutions.
I recommend: Just plug in a Zip Code, select a specific city from the pull-down menu or check your state on the
U.S. map in the middle of the
SBA home page.
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