Get Small Business Advantage Grant Program

This guide provides detailed instructions for completing the Small Business Advantage Grant Application online. It aims to assist small business users through each section of the application process, ensuring clarity and support throughout.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your grant application.

1. Use the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Small Business Advantage Grant Application. This allows you to obtain the form and view it on your device.
2. Review the owner information section. Fill in your full legal name, the company name, and the number of employees. Ensure the information matches that on file with the Pennsylvania Vendor Data Management Unit.
3. Complete the project information section. Clearly state the project name, the type of project, and the amount of grant requested. Make sure this does not exceed $7,500 or 50 percent of the total eligible costs.
4. In the project location section, provide a complete mailing address for where the project will take place. Avoid using a P.O. Box.
5. If subcontractors will be involved in your project, provide their information in the appropriate section, including their name, address, and EIN.
6. Detail the project scope and benefits in Section V, ensuring to describe how the project will impact your business's efficiency and productivity.
7. List any equipment purchases or contracted services in Section VI, providing specifications, costs, and service purposes.
8. Quantify the pollution prevention and energy conservation savings in Section VII, providing detailed calculations for each type of emission and energy saved.
9. Calculate the project’s savings percentages in Section VIII based on your previous savings calculations.
10. If your project involves heating, ventilation, or air conditioning, complete the Energy Star Portfolio Manager requirements in Section IX. You must create an account and submit required documentation.
11. Finally, in Section X, ensure the application is signed by the owner. All components must be submitted together, adhering to the submission guidelines.
12. Once the application is fully complete, you may save it locally and prepare to print or share as necessary. Ensure you submit before the deadline.

Complete your Small Business Advantage Grant Application online today!