News & Updates

Paycheck Protection Program PPP is working for you.  PPP has been extended through May 31, 2021.  Lenders are open and accepting applications. PPP’s funding formula has been revised for sole proprietors, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals to …

It's the most wonderful time of the year - it's Small business Week.  Join Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle as she shares Toni's Tips, a list of Cook County businesses to support. We're inviting small businesses to …

Looking to Pivot Your Business into Recovery for 2021? Most businesses have been negatively affected by the pandemic, especially small businesses. If you are a Solopreneur or a small business (< 2 years), and are looking …

El PPP es un préstamo de fondo perdido (es decir, es perdonable y no lo necesitas pagar), si lo obtienes, tu negocio puede recibir hasta el 250% de tus costos mensuales de nómina durante un período específico. Elegibilidad para el primer sorteo del PPP (nunca ha …

Economic Injury Disaster Loan EIDL Advance funds were originally calculated based on the number of employees on an applicant's COVID-19 EIDL application: $1,000/employee, up to a maximum of $10,000. The Targeted EIDL Advance provides businesses in …

Sign up here for free business advisory: SVOG Advisory The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, and amended by the American Rescue …

On Tuesday, April 6th at 2:00 PM EDT, Reimagine Main Street will host a launch event regarding the important role small business owners can play in promoting vaccine access, confidence, and equity. As part of the event, …

UPDATE: The SBA announced that the Restaurant Revitalization Fund will be open on May 3rd! You can apply through the online SBA portal, Participating POS provider ( Square, Toasts, Clover, NCR Corporation (Aloha). Registration for the …

As a recipient of Cook County COVID-19 Recovery Grant Recipient/Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) through the county, you should have received a 1099-MISC Form from the WBDC. If you have not received your form please email COVID19Help@wbdc.org. Please include the name …

Delivering equitable relief to hard-hit small businesses is a top priority. On February 22, some critical reform was announced to build on the success of PPP. These changes are designed to improve equity and access …