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Eligibility for Delaware COMPASS Grant

Get 50% back on international trade costs. Reimbursement up to $5,000 for Delaware small businesses with an approved export plan.

Amount $5,000
Deadline Closes on: June 30, 2026
Location Delaware
Category Grants For For-Profit Businesses
Questions 4 total
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View full grant on Grantaura Updated May 17, 2025 on Grantaura.

Exporters in Delaware often ask me if they can just send in receipts after a trade show ends. I wish it worked that way, but the COMPASS program is built on pre-approval and strict lead times. It is designed specifically for First State businesses that are ready to push into global markets but need to de-risk the cost of booth space and website localization. If you are wondering whether your W-2 headcount or your product's US-origin percentage fits the state's narrow definition, this checker will help you find the answer. We built this tool to help you navigate the 45-day pre-approval hurdle without digging through fifty pages of state guidelines. Let's see if your next export push qualifies for that 50% match.

Navigating the 51% US Content Rule

I have seen manufacturers get deep into the portal only to realize their global supply chain disqualifies them. The state follows federal STEP guidelines requiring that at least 51% of your product or service's value originates in the United States. This includes your labor costs and domestic materials. If your assembly happens overseas or uses primarily foreign components, the reviewers will likely bounce your claim during the intake phase. Not sure how to calculate your value-added percentage? A live 1-on-1 video or phone call with a grant expert can help you audit your content levels before you file that Intent to Export form.

Physical Presence vs. Tax Registration

Is your business actually in Delaware? I found that many companies register here for the legal benefits but don't keep a physical staff in the state. To qualify for COMPASS, you must have at least one W-2 employee physically working at a Delaware address. Contractors and 1099 staff do not count toward this specific headcount gate. If you pass this check, your next step is drafting a narrative export plan that hits the state's priority market triggers. Our team can review your narrative to ensure it meets the 2,500-character plain-text limit while maximizing your scoring potential.

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Eligibility Requirements (Source-Based)

  1. Is your business headquartered in Delaware with at least one W-2 employee working in the state? Required
    Confidence: H
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  2. Has your business been operating for at least 12 months? Required
    Confidence: H
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  3. Does your exported product or service contain at least 51% US content? Required
    Confidence: H
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  4. Have you already received $20,000 or more in total lifetime funding from the COMPASS program? Required
    Confidence: H
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