Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Small Business Funding Workshop
Representative Robin Kelly and her team will present a small business funding workshop to help businesses prepare for federal, state and local grants.
Small Business Funding Workshop
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Thursday, January 9, 2025
Small Business Capital & Infrastructure Grants
The Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Program will provide funding to small businesses that have fewer than 25 employees or owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Grant application is open now through April 7, 2025.
Monday, November 20, 2023
B2B NewBiz Grants NOW OPEN
Grant applications are open for businesses that launched during the pandemic. Up to $30,000 available through the B2B NewBiz program.
Thursday, May 4, 2023
DEADLINE: May 10 for B2B Grant
Monday, February 28, 2022
ARPA Funding Available
Kankakee County received $21.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The Kankakee County Board introduced the Respond, Revitalize, and Reinvest initiative is help distribute this funding within the community.