COVID-19 Resources for the Business Community

The City continues to work with stakeholders to explore additional funding and capital resources to further support Chicago's business owners and entrepreneurs throughout this public health crisis. Please see the information below about resources for the business community.

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CHICAGOLAND RESOURCES

Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund

The City of Chicago, The Chicago Community Trust, and United Way of Metro Chicago launched the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund to unite the funds raised by Chicago's philanthropies, corporations, and individuals to be disbursed to the region's health and human service nonprofit organizations.

Workforce - Employment Opportunities

There are companies in need of employment support during this crisis. Organizations that can help support those looking for work are Skills for Chicagoland's Future and the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership.

Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) Resources

The City of Chicago has always played an active role in helping small businesses. This site includes resources available throughout Chicago.

City of Chicago Assist Agencies - Not-for-profit agencies and/or chamber of commerce agencies that represent the interest of small, minority and/or women-owned businesses

GUIDANCE ON FEDERAL PROGRAMS

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 as a result of COVID-19.

Coronavirus Emergency Loans: Small Business Guide and Checklist

The Small Business Owner's Guide to the CARES Act

US Chamber of Commerce - Resources & Relief Info for Small Businesses