Gov. John Carney has announced a $45 million Higher Education Relief Fund.
Funding will come from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Eligible institutions include University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Delaware Technical Community College, Wesley College, Wilmington University, Goldey-Beacom College, and Delaware College of Art and Design.
Per federal guidelines, eligible colleges and universities must use the funding on specific expenses that are directly related to COVID-19 response. These expenses include:
- Personal protective equipment
- Equipment purchased to make buildings suitable for COVID-19 safety (plexi-glass, air purifiers, )
- Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting services
- Expenses for technical assistance on mitigation of COVID-19 related threats
- Costs incurred to conduct enhanced screenings for employees and students
- Technology and tele-services needed to adjust to COVID-19 response
- Signage necessary because of the pandemic
- Marketing and media expenses incurred to respond to COVID-19
