Applications Now Closed: DCEO Back To Business (B2B) Grants for Creative Arts, Hotels & Restaurants

As of 12am, May 11th, the application window for the DCEO Back To Business (B2B) Grants is closed.

The State of Illinois has launched a new round of the Back to Business (B2B) program. Eligible restaurants, hotels and creative arts businesses are eligible to apply for $175 million in available grant funding as part of the State of Illinois’ efforts to support ongoing recovery in hard-hit industries. All applicants will receive a grant as long as they meet eligibility requirements, submit proper documentation and attestations required by the program.

As part of the State’s Community Navigator program, the Cook County Small Business Source engages and coordinates 10 partner organizations, known as “Spokes”, to offer workshops and events as well as  provide direct support to small businesses interested in applying to the B2B program.

For B2B application assistance, sign up here.

For information related to application assistance events check out our Events page.

B2B Grant Informational Flyers

B2B Grant Frequently Asked Questions

B2B Grant Eligibility


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