Archives: FAQs

How are income limits determined?

We follow HUD guidelines for our low income category and the state’s Housing and Community Development guidelines for our moderate income category.

Certifications

Business will sign the following certifications in the application: • I certify that I have the authority to apply for this grant on behalf of the business described herein. • I certify that my business is for-profit and has 5 or fewer employees including all owners (full-time equivalent). I do not operate as an independent … Continued

Unique Entity ID Number (UEI)

Businesses must register and obtain a Unique Entity ID Number (UEI) issued by SAM.gov. Obtaining a number for your business is FREE and is a two-step process: (1) Sign up and select the option to Get A Unique Entity ID Only: https://sam.gov/content/entity-registration (2) Return to SAM.gov after approximately 5 business days to complete the last … Continued

Business Consultation/Technical Assistance

An intent of the program is to connect new businesses to available resources and guidance that will help as businesses establish themselves in Santa Ana. Businesses are required to to schedule and complete a FREE business consultation with the OCIE SBDC. Schedule a free consultation appointment by email at: roger.lloyd@ociesbdc.org Email subject line: Business Consultation … Continued

Disbursement of Funds

Small business awardees will receive the approved funding in one disbursement via an Electronic Funds Transfer or Automated Clearing House (EFT or ACH)

Grant Application Submittal & Assistance

Applications are submitted through a link to an online portal (Neighborly) provided by the Economic Development Division. The link to the application can also be accessed from the Economic Development Small Business Incentive Program Grant webpage. The application period will remain open and until grant funding has exhausted. Fully completed applications will be reviewed on … Continued

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