The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity reminding local businesses and governments struggling during the pandemic that grant money is still available. First there is the $270-million business interruption grant or “BIG” program, which businesses can use for things such as rent, utilities and PPE. DCEO Assistant Director Michael Negron says $141-million has been awarded so far.
He says there is also the local “CURE program, which reimburses counties and municipalities for pandemic related costs and many local governments have yet to apply. About half of the $250-million allocated for the program has been paid out so far.
Visit dceo.illinois.gov for more information about both programs.