The cost of affordable and quality childcare has kept people from re-entering the workforce. This has significantly impacted many small businesses that continue struggling to find employees to support their operations. Join us for a virtual forum with Chairwomen Carol Ammons and Representative Edgar Gonzalez to discuss how to help get people struggling with childcare back into the workforce and support small businesses. Illinois legislation that will provide a childcare tax credit will be part of this important conversation.
Small Business Grants in Illinois
Financial Growth Opportunities Running a business is hard and small business owners often do not have time to navigate grants, tax credits, and other funding opportunities. We are excited to help. While we cannot cover everything, we will do our best to keep you current on economic incentives that may be available for your business…
SBAC on the Move: Advocating for the Small Business Community
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE SBAC on the Move: Advocating for the Small Business Community At the SBAC, we’re committed to ensuring that small businesses have a seat at the table regarding policymaking. Over the last few months, the SBAC has heavily engaged with policymakers and community leaders to advocate for small businesses. From forums to roundtables,…
Third Fair Chance Cohort
SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE Calling all employers: Third Fair Chance Hiring Cohort launching in Winter 2025! Join the Fair Chance movement and a growing network of business leaders that recognize the benefit of hiring justice-impacted individuals. What we do: We work with companies to hire, retain, and advance justice-impacted talent (who represent 1 in 3 working-age Americans). We get to…
