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Funding Options

Which program do you qualify for?

The Small Business Administration (SBA) developed a summary of Coronavirus relief options and the criteria that must be met when considering different funding options. Learn more

WA STATE SMALL BUSINESS FLEX FUND

The Small Business Flex Fund is a new resource to help you grow your business.

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Supported by the Washington State Department of Commerce, the Fund helps small businesses and nonprofits access the financial support they need to thrive.

COVID-19 ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER PROGRAM

This Federal small business loan program supports small businesses’ recovery from the COVID-19 disaster’s economic impacts by providing accessible and borrower-friendly capital.

SHUTTERED VENUE GRANT

Emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by the COVID-19 crisis.

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Now accepting applications!

SBA LOAN RESOURCES

Start or expand your business with loans guaranteed by the Small Business Administration. Use Lender Match to find lenders that offer loans for your business.

RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND

Restaurant Revitalization Funds are no longer available. Read More for resources for record-keeping, reporting and eligible expenses for RRF award recipients.

WA STATE GRANTS

Working Washington Grants offer relief funds to small for-profit businesses, especially those that were required to close due to public health and safety measures.

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SEATTLE SMALL BUSINESS STABILIZATION FUND

Seattle's Office of Economic Development is investing an additional $4 million to stabilize micro and small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 by providing cash grants through the Small Business Stabilization Fund. Funded by the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (CLFR) established under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Stabilization Fund will provide $5,000, $10,000 and $20,000 grants to be used on operational expenses such as rent, wages, equipment and more.

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Application Deadline - Nov 9, 2021

PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM

Also known as PPP, this program provides forgivable loans to help businesses keep their workforce employed during the pandemic. APPLICATIONS NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED. Read More for INFORMATION ON FORGIVENESS.

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