How to apply
If you have questions during the application process, email IBAProgram@phila.gov or call (215) 683-2100.
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Your answers will help us determine if your business meets basic eligibility requirements before we send you the full application. Be prepared to submit your:
2
Receive an invitation to apply.
If your business is eligible, the Department of Commerce will send you the full application. You’ll submit documentation including:
- Business owner identification: A valid, current government-issued ID.
- Business identification: Documentation to confirm that your business was active and operating at the time of the storm.
- Proof of damage and loss: Documentation showing proof of a physical and/or financial loss resulting from the storm.
- Business needs and funding request: A list of items you propose to replace and/or previous working capital expenses.
- Tax returns: Documents confirming that your business meets the qualifications for a grant award.
- Forms and worksheets: Conflict of Interest form, Cost of Reasonableness Worksheet, and Duplication of Benefits Worksheet.
3
Follow all grant requirements.
If you’re approved for a grant through the Ida Business Assistance Program, program staff will explain all the rules and reporting steps.
This program provides CDBG-DR assistance in the form of reimbursement payments for eligible expenses. The program will not provide grant funds for expenses or items purchased before the date your application is submitted. Do not buy any items you plan to be reimbursed for until after you submit your full application.
If you have questions during the application process, email IBAProgram@phila.gov or call (215) 683-2100.
Your answers will help us determine if your business meets basic eligibility requirements before we send you the full application. Be prepared to submit your:
If your business is eligible, the Department of Commerce will send you the full application. You’ll submit documentation including:
- Business owner identification: A valid, current government-issued ID.
- Business identification: Documentation to confirm that your business was active and operating at the time of the storm.
- Proof of damage and loss: Documentation showing proof of a physical and/or financial loss resulting from the storm.
- Business needs and funding request: A list of items you propose to replace and/or previous working capital expenses.
- Tax returns: Documents confirming that your business meets the qualifications for a grant award.
- Forms and worksheets: Conflict of Interest form, Cost of Reasonableness Worksheet, and Duplication of Benefits Worksheet.
If you’re approved for a grant through the Ida Business Assistance Program, program staff will explain all the rules and reporting steps.
This program provides CDBG-DR assistance in the form of reimbursement payments for eligible expenses. The program will not provide grant funds for expenses or items purchased before the date your application is submitted. Do not buy any items you plan to be reimbursed for until after you submit your full application.