US: Cook County Small Business Source Grant 2023

Deadline: 18 August 2023

The Cook County Small Business Source proudly introduces The 2023 Source Grant, which will provide $40 Million in grants to small businesses to help stabilize operations, foster recovery and resiliency, and advance equity in a post-pandemic economy.

Funding Information

$40 million in grants to small businesses coupled with no-cost advising and coaching services, to help stabilize operations, foster recovery and resiliency, and advance equity in a post-pandemic economy.
Two types of grants:
- Businesses with 2019 gross revenue between $20k-$50k are eligible to receive $10K grants.
- Businesses with 2019 gross revenue of more than $50k are eligible to receive $20K grants.

Who Can Apply?

Businesses located in Cook County with fewer than 20 full-time employees that were in business prior to 2020 are eligible to apply. This opportunity is available for businesses in all sectors.
The program will prioritize businesses:
- Located in suburban Cook County
- In sectors hardest hit by COVID-19, including:
  - Arts & Entertainment;
  - Childcare & Social Assistance;
  - Hospitality, Food & Tourism;
  - Retail Trade;
  - Transportation & Warehousing.
- Owned by veterans.
All are welcome to apply regardless of resident or immigration status.
Businesses owners that have applied or received other types of federal, state, county or city grants are eligible to apply.
Any business that applied to the 2022 Cook County Grow Grant will need to submit a new application for The 2023 Source Grant.