The publish date for this Business Bulletin is Monday, March 30, 2020. Information may have changed by the time you read this - please keep up-to-date on the latest information at the Village of Buffalo Grove's COVID-19 web page at vbg.org/COVID-19 .
New! CARES Act Business Resources and Loans
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for more information.

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was just passed by Congress and is intended to assist Illinois business owners. When implemented, there will be new resources available for small businesses, as well as certain nonprofits and other employers. Please note that these resources are limited , and it is encouraged that interested businesses and organizations keep up-to-date on when programs are available, via the Small Business Administration (SBA) District Office - and apply as soon as possible to optimize chances of being a program recipient. 

To get the latest information about programs available, please stay in contact with the Small Business Administration District office, which you can locate here .

Also, review an important Small Business Guide by clicking here . The Guide has information on the following upcoming programs:

Governor Pritzker's
Stay at Home Order
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On March 21, 2020, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker issued a statewide 'Stay at Home' order, which states that businesses which provide essential services are permitted to remain open. 

Wondering if your business is permitted to remain open? Here are some resources to help you answer that question.


Read Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Information: 

  1. Essential Business Checklist
  2. Essential Business Flowcart
  3. DCEO Business Guidance Webpage

If you still have any questions if your business or employer are subject to the Order, please contact DCEO at ceo.support@illinois.gov .
Other COVID-19
Business Resources
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DCEO's grant for bars, restaurants, and hotels to help support working capital, job training, retraining, and technology to support shifts in operations, like increased pick-up and delivery.

DCEO and IDFPR's program to offer small businesses low interest loans of up to $50,000.

Information on Disaster Loan Assistance Program and guidance for small businesses regarding COVID-19. 

Resource for those seeking assistance with SBA application, includes webinars, application forms, and FAQs.

Participate in this survey to help DCEO evaluate specific areas of need. 
 
Resources for businesses in Lake County including utilities, securing operational capital and local leaders. 

Up-to-the-minute public health information on the Covid-19. 
How Businesses Can Help During
the COVID-19 Pandemic
Village of Buffalo Grove PPE Donations
Vernon and Wheeling Township Food and monetary donations
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity PPE and non-PPE item donations; companies who are making or planning to sell essential items.
FEMA Sell or donate medical supplies and non-medical supplies; volunteer licensed healthcare professionals being sought.
Village of Buffalo Grove  Community Development
847-459-2530