Pandemic Grant Money Still Available

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is reminding businesses and local governments struggling during the pandemic that grant money is still available. First, there is the 270 million dollar Business Interruption Grant or “BIG” Program, which businesses can use for things like rent, utilities and PPE. 141 Million has been awarded so far. Then there is the local “Cure” Program, which reimburses municipalities for pandemic-related costs. So far, many local governments have yet to apply. Visit dceo.illinois.gov for more information about both programs.