Edly-Allen welcomes $360,000 in Back to Business grants

Posted August 20, 2023 11:00 pm

Alyssa McCorkle

LIBERTYVILLE - With support from State Senator Mary Edly-Allen, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity recently announced the latest round of Back to Business grants awarded to businesses in the restaurant industry.

"Local restaurants are vital to the makeup of our communities," said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). "The Back to Business grants will aid in these businesses' recovery from financial losses sustained during the pandemic."

The Back to Business grant program provides recovery grants for small businesses throughout the state, with an emphasis on businesses in the hardest-hit industries. Through the Back to Business and Business Interruption Grant programs, DCEO has provided more than $535 million to more than 15,000 businesses since the start of the pandemic.

Nine restaurants in Edly-Allen's district will receive a combined total of $360,000 through this round of Back to Business grants.

"I'm proud to see our state continue to invest in small businesses," said Edly-Allen. "I encourage all residents to shop small and local. These businesses are what keeps the bond of our community strong."

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