Instead, we call for thoughtful, equitable solutions that support—not sacrifice—the pillars of health and economic well-being in underserved communities. #MFN
This bill will also make it more difficult for small businesses to provide affordable health insurance for employees, which is one of the biggest financial challenges small business owners face. #aca #prescription
A majority (78%) of Illinois small business owners support solutions that would allow individuals with previous criminal records to have fairer access to occupational and professional licensing. #licensing
Casto said small business owners cite challenges like revenue losses and higher rent prices, but many also point to higher interest rates. #rent #business #illinois
Small businesses are eligible to apply if they have been operating in Cook County prior to 2020 and have fewer than 20 full-time employees on staff... #grant
“We can state with confidence that our program reached business owners and communities hardest hit by COVID. This is evidenced by the fact that 66% of participants are members of Black, Brown, Indigenous Nation, or Asian American communities and 55% of are women entrepreneur."
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Cook County Receives $1.25 Million to Support Small Businesses (Cook County, IL) - President Preckwinkle applauded the Illinois Department of Economic Opportunity (DCEO)’s award of $744,600 as part of its Community Navigator Program and We Rise Together coalition’s award of $500,000 to support the Cook County Small Business Assistance Program.