Grants in Delaware

Overview

The Wilmington Senior Tax Assistance Program is designed to assist homeowners in Wilmington who are 62 or older and facing imminent foreclosure due to delinquent property taxes or sewer and water bills. The maximum grant amount available under this program is $3,000.

Focus Areas

• Providing financial assistance for property taxes and utility bills to seniors

• Preventing foreclosure for senior homeowners in Wilmington

Eligibility

• Must be 62 years or older as evidenced through a photo ID or other form of official government-issued identification

• Property must be located within Wilmington City Limits and be the primary residence of the applicant, who must be listed as the property owner on the tax records

• Household income may not exceed $93,265 per year

Ineligibility

• Specific exclusions are not detailed but generally include individuals who do not meet the age, residency, or income requirements

Preferences

• Seniors facing imminent foreclosure due to unpaid property taxes or utility bills

Required Documentation

• Completed application

• Official government-issued ID verifying proof of age

• Signed Authorization to Release Information form

• Copy of Sheriff's Sale Letter

• Most recent year's Federal Tax Return and/or proof of Social Security income

• If 65 or older, copy of Application for Property Tax Exemption

Contacts

Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA)

Phone: (302) 577-5002 (to set up an appointment)

Fax: (302) 577-5021

Mail: DSHA, 820 N French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801

Application Process

• Contact DSHA at (302) 577-5002 to set up an appointment

• Submit the completed application, authorization for release of information, proof of age documentation, current copy of Sheriff's Sale Letter, and copy of the application for property tax exemption (if applicable) via fax or mail

Additional Information

• Program payments of taxes and/or water/sewer bills for approved applicants will be made by DSHA directly to the City

• A letter acknowledging the amount and type of payment made will be mailed to the grant recipient