Challenge grants and technical assistance are available to Early Care and Education providers who are pursuing national accreditation. Both family child care providers seeking NAFCC accreditation and centers seeking NAEYC accreditation are eligible for this program. Training and mentoring are offered as well as direct grants for facility/program enhancement to meet accreditation requirements. For information on grants and assistance, call the Delaware First program at (302)892-5800. For any additional information on the Delaware First Early Care And Education Career Development System, please contact: Career Development Manager Office Of Child Care Licensing/DSCYF 1825 Faulkland Road Wilmington, DE 19805 E-Mail: kawilson@state.de.us Phone: (302) 892-5800 http://www.state.de.us/kids/occlfrst.htm $25,000 To Develop Business Plans and Patents The Delaware Innovation Fund provides financial and technical assistance to Delaware-based business that have the potential to launch innovative products and processes into national markets, to create new jobs, and to make a contribution to the economic diversity of Delaware. Demonstration Funding provides $25,000 to aid in establishing patents, business plans, and proof of concept issues. Commercialization Funding goes up to $250,000 to be used to begin the commercialization process of early-stage businesses. Contact: Delaware Innovation Fund 100 W l0th St., Suite 413 Wilmington, DE 19801 302- 777-1616
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