Get support
Resources to help business owners and nonprofits operate at this time:
- Illinois Tier 3 mitigation guidelines
- Small Business Survival Guide Coronavirus (COVID-19) Northeastern Illinois, a PDF published by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the College of Lake County.
- Lake County Partners: Resources and guideline for local businesses.
Apply for funding
The funding situation is constantly changing. The Illinois State Treasurer has published a COVID-19 Financial Tool Kit to help small businesses and nonprofits. To view it,
VISIT illinoistreasurer.gov
U.S. Congressman Brad Schneider's office keeps track of current funding options for businesses and nonprofits. For current options, read on and/or
VISIT schneider.house.gov/covid-19/help-small-business
Business Interruption Grants (Illinois)
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced the launch of its first round of Business Interruption Grants (BIG), which will provide $60 million to businesses experiencing losses or business interruption as a result of closures related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Round 2 is under way.
VISIT illinois.gov/dceo for application requirements & information
Illinois State Treasurer Bridge Loans
The state Treasurer has partnered with approved financial institutions to provide loans—either lower rate loans or loans to a business or non-profit that would not otherwise qualify—to Illinois small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Get info and apply:
VISIT illinoistreasurer.gov
Small Business Administration Assistance
Small businesses, private nonprofits, or those who are self-employed and facing financial hardships related to the coronavirus pandemic can get help during this difficult time. Options include the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), SBA Express Bridge Loans, and SBA Debt Relief. Get more info/apply:
VISIT sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options
CALL 800-659-2955
EMAIL disastercustomerservice@sba.gov
