With information rapidly changing, we are committed to providing accurate training, information sharing, and guidance on the different financial assistance options available to small businesses and non-profits in Illinois. This webinar, led by SBDC Director Don Elmore, will cover details about the newest round of economic aid being administered by the SBA for small businesses, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, and the SBA Debt Relief Program. The webinar will also note other financial…

With information rapidly changing, we are committed to providing accurate training, information sharing, and guidance on the different financial assistance options available to small businesses and non-profits in Illinois. This webinar, led by SBDC Director Don Elmore, will provide details about the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness process and application. After a short presentation, you’ll have the opportunity for Q&A. Participants will be able to ask questions in the chat box, which will be addressed at the end…

Established under the American Rescue Plan, and signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, 2021, the Restaurant Revitalization Fund provides a total of $28.6 billion in direct relief funds to restaurants and other hard-hit food establishments that have experienced economic distress and significant operational losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This program will provide restaurants with funding equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million per business and no more than $5 million per physical…

With information rapidly changing, we are committed to providing accurate training, information sharing, and guidance on the different financial assistance options available to small businesses and non-profits in Illinois. This webinar, led by SBDC Director Don Elmore, will cover details about the newest round of economic aid being administered by the SBA for small businesses, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, and the SBA Debt Relief Program. The webinar will also note other financial…

With information rapidly changing, we are committed to providing accurate training, information sharing, and guidance on the different financial assistance options available to small businesses and non-profits in Illinois. This webinar, led by SBDC Director Don Elmore, will provide details about the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness process and application. After a short presentation, you’ll have the opportunity for Q&A. Participants will be able to ask questions in the chat box, which will be addressed at the end…

Presented By: Don Elmore, Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC   Be prepared for grant opportunities! The Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) provides uniform guidance for all State of Illinois grant programs. All grant applicants and grantees must comply with GATA grant requirements, which includes the following steps *before* receiving a grant award:   – pre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal (must be completed before an entity can submit a grant application to…

Presenter: Clanin Marketing Your brand has a story to tell. Your team, products, services, mission statement, work style, and community involvement - all of these aspects have a story to share with your audience and set you apart from other businesses. In this webinar, we'll discuss tips and best practices for developing your own set of graphics, photos, and videos to entice followers to learn more and connect with you. Elevate your online presence with storytelling, and learn more about…

Presented By: Don Elmore, Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC   Session Description: Thinking about starting a business in Illinois? This informative workshop helps entrepreneurs understand many of the steps and requirements. You’ll be taken step-by-step through a variety of topics and have the opportunity to ask questions.   Topics covered: – Introduction to the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC – Feasibility checklist – Sources of funding, including financing and…

Presented By: Don Elmore, Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC   Session Description: Thinking about starting a business in Illinois? This informative workshop helps entrepreneurs understand many of the steps and requirements. You’ll be taken step-by-step through a variety of topics and have the opportunity to ask questions.   Topics covered: – Introduction to the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC – Feasibility checklist – Sources of funding, including financing and…