The purpose of this program is to assist with the cost of the installation of a commercial generator transfer switch for businesses that provide goods and services immediately after a disaster event. Grants awarded will range from $1,500 to $3,000.

Companies that are eligible for this grant include pharmacies, grocery stores, gas stations, and ice producers. Each business must meet specific criteria to receive funding: For example, the business must return to operations within 24 hours of the post-disaster event, must use TEDA-approved providers, and must be a target industry which is classified as Tier 1 post-emergency business.

The program was created because it is essential that critical businesses become prepared to operate before a disaster occurs in order to respond quickly when residents return to the community.

For more information, please contact Shannon Rhodes at srhodes@tpeda.org.