U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses experiencing substantial economic impacts.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) Resources
The City of Chicago has always played an active role in helping small businesses. This City of Chicago Business Affairs and Consumer Protection site includes information about financial assistance resources available throughout Chicago.
Unemployment Benefits
Information regarding Unemployment Benefits from the State of Illinois is available.
Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund
As a direct response to COVID-19 and the strain it is placing on our city’s small businesses, The City of Chicago is establishing a $100 million Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund which will help to provide small businesses with emergency cash flow during this immediate health crisis.
Workforce – Employment Opportunities
Organizations that can help support those looking for work are Skills for Chicagoland’s Future and the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership.