The Business Resource Funding can be used for business-related purchases such as services, technology, equipment, and disability accommodations of up to $750, providing funds are available.

Laptop and equipment needs will be fulfilled out of the EDP Laptop and Equipment Library. Equipment will remain under the ownership of EDP and loaned out to entrepreneurs free of charge.

If your business is not registered, EDP can provide your business with an additional $225 to be used for a business name search and registration.

The business resources will be paid directly from EDP to the vendor. Entrepreneurs must provide original quotes and from vendors, ISC name search receipt and proof of registration prior to funds being disbursed.

Funds must be spent by March 31, 2021.

The funds are a one-time provision that can only be accessed once per entrepreneur per business.  

We recommend contacting us prior to completing the application to ensure a higher likilhood of being approved. We can be reached at edp@nsilc.com

If you're ready to proceed, please take a moment to review these instructions for completing the NSILC Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) Business Resource Application.

After submitting the application, we'll contact you for additional documentation listed below.


- Original quote from your vendor. Keep copies for your records.
- Copy of municipal Business License*
- Proof of business name search purchase from Information Services*
- Proof of business name registration from Information Services*

*If this is a new business, we'll require proof of name search and registration in process. We can help you with this. Please contact us before completing the form.