Information on Loans for Small Business Owners

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U.S. Small Business Administration page for the coronavirus

(COVID-19) including small business guidance and loan resources.

Bartenders

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Bartender emergency assistance program from the USBG National Charity Foundation.

Music Industry Professionals

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Music industry professionals may apply for basic living assistance (rent or mortgage) from MusiCares. Initial grant requests can be made up to $1000 to compensate for cancelled work that was scheduled and lost. 

CARES Act for Small Businesses Flow Chart

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The CARES Act tasks the Small Business Administration with overseeing the distribution of millions of dollars in loans and grants to help small businesses survive the pandemic.  It also provides additional funding for SBA’s Resource Partners to provide advice and training to help small businesses respond to the unprecedented challenges in communities throughout the country.

 

First National Bank & Trust Blog

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This blog compiles a list of COVID-19 small business resources.

 

Illinois Legal Aid Online

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This site answers frequently asked questions about applying for unemployment insurance & taking time off from work.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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Find information on Coronavirus scams, student loan payments, money tracker, and mortgage relief options.

Arts For Illinois

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Grants for artists, artisans and cultural organizations impacted by COVID-19.

Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs

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Information for Illinois Veterans.

Illinois Department of Human Services

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DHS partners, providers, contractors, or vendors can find the information and resources.

Dewitt County Development  Council

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DCDC Revolving Loan Fund.

Illinois Department of Commerce

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Downstate small business stabilization program information.