Chicago Creative Worker Assistance Program! 2022
This program is a partnership between the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and Allies for Community Business. The Chicago Creative Worker Assistance Program was established to support artists and creative workers who have suffered income losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These grants are intended to cover lost income and general living expenses. We are pleased to support you through this program!
Who we are? We believe that entrepreneurs from any background can start and grow businesses that create wealth for their families and communities. We provide the capital, coaching, and collaboration entrepreneurs need to develop great companies in their communities.
Sometimes when you wait in line long enough, you get waited on. So, glad that I've been recognized by Allies For Community Business, as a Chicago Creative Worker. Alpha Bruton
Public Partners
State of Illinois
In 2020 and 2021, with the Department of Commerce and Economic Development and several other nonprofits, we administered the Hospitality Grant, Illinois Small Business Emergency Loan, Business Interruption Grant, and Back to Business Grant programs. Through these pandemic response programs, we provided 12,500 small businesses with nearly $400M in grants and loans to help stabilize their businesses.
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City of Chicago
In 2020 and 2021, with the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection and several other nonprofits, we administered the Microbusiness Recovery grant, Together Now grant, Hospitality grant, Small Business Resiliency Fund, Chi Biz Strong grant, and Outdoor Dining grant programs. Through these pandemic response programs, we provided over 8,500 small businesses with over $69M in grants and loans to help stabilize their businesses.
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