Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)
Dec. 27th Update: The new stimulus package includes another $20 billion for EIDL Advance grants. Eligible businesses, independent contractors, gig workers, and self-employed individuals are eligible for up to $10,000 in grants (not required to be repaid) if:
They are located in a low-income community;
They suffered an economic loss of greater than 30% during an 8-week period between March 2, 2020, and December 17, 2021, relative to a comparable 8-week period immediately preceding March 2, 2020, or during 2019
They employ not more than 300 people
They are a qualifying business, such as a small business, private non-profit, sole proprietorship, or independent contractor
They were in operation by January 31, 2020.