COVID-19 Resources

Business Assistance in Will County, Illinois

The Will County CED is committed to ensuring that Will County’s business community has the latest information on the impacts of COVID-19 and the resources to help businesses respond.

Covid Resources for Businesses in Will County, Illinois

Check back frequently for information related to COVID-19 and other important updates.  Connect with us on our social channels to stay in touch.

Will County COVID Resources

Will County Coronavirus Response Page
Will County Health Department Dashboard (Testing & Vaccine Information)
Food & Essential Services Assistance Resources

State of Illinois COVID Resources

Illinois Rental Payment Program Application – Opens May 17, 2021

Restore Illinois Mitigation Plan

IL Department of Public Health Website

State of IL Covid-19 Information and Resources

IL Department of Public Health (IDPH) Coronavirus Business and Organization Guidance

IL Department of Commerce – Help for Businesses, Workers & Residents

IL Department of Revenue Taxpayer Resources (Employers)

IL Department of Employment Security (IDES) Information for Employers

IL Commerce Commission – Addresses Actions regarding protection consumers, transportation and utilities

Illinois Department of Labor

Federal COVID Resources

US Small Business Administration Funding Programs – includes Shuttered Venues and Restaurant Revitalization Programs

US Small Business Administration guidance and loan resources

US Small Business IL District Office

US Small Business Administration
Local staff is on hand ready to assist. To reach the District or Branch Office, please contact:

Chicago Office: (312) 353-4528
Springfield Branch: (217) 747-8249

Email: Illinois.DO@sba.gov

Small Business Guide to the CARES ACT

IRS – Coronovirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Center for Disease Control (CDC)

CDC Guidance for Business & Employers

Industry COVID Resources

Healthcare – IL Department of Public Health (for providers and facilities)

Healthcare – American Medical Association

Healthcare – IL Health and Hospital Association

Manufacturing – IL Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC)

Manufacturing – IL Manufacturers’ Association

Illinois Manufacturing Association – Webinars & Resources

Additional COVID Resources

ComEd
Established a comprehensive customer support package to help families and communities who are recovering from the economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn More

ComEd warns of Covid-19 Related Energy Scams Learn More

AT&T
Learn More

Nicor Gas
Energy Aide and Bill Payment Assistance Programs Learn More

Comcast
October 13, 2020 Comcast announced new RISE Initiative including grants, equipment, marketing & technology resources to small businesses hit hardest by COVID-19.  Program will roll out over the next 3 years.
Learn More

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Joliet Junior College
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Will County Chambers of Commerce
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SCORE Mentors
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Community COVID Resources

Northern Illinois Food Bank

United Way of Will County