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EDC Business Alert — CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program deadline is 6 p.m. today, Feb. 8

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CALIFORNIA SMALL BUSINESS COVID-19 RELIEF
GRANT PROGRAM
ROUND 2 APPLICATION WINDOW CLOSES TODAY 2/8 @ 6:00 PM!
The application window for Round 2 of the CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program will close today, February 8th, 2021 at 6:00 pm.
February 8, 2021 at 6:00 pm: To have your application considered for Round 2, you will need to complete the online application through one of the program’s partners. To complete the application you must indicate that you are ready to submit the application and that all information provided is accurate by typing “Yes” into a pop-up box at the end of the application. Uploading all documentation is not required by this deadline.
February 8, 2021 to February 11, 2021: If you have already uploaded all required documentation, no further action is required. If you still need to upload your Entity Documents (tax returns, ID and/or application certification) please use the link, username and password sent to you by Lendistry to finish uploading all documents. Linking bank account information is only required by applicants selected to receive funding.
The grant selection process will begin on February 11, 2021 and continue on a rolling basis.
The EDC SBDC call team and financial advisors will continue to aid small businesses and nonprofits after tonight’s deadline. The Economic Development Collaborative hosts the Small Business Development Center and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Signing up as a client takes just a few minutes and provides you lifetime access to all of our no-cost services. Get started today with our no-cost consulting by calling 805.409.9159 (ENGLISH) or 805.309.5874 (SPANISH).
Important Reminders:
  • This is NOT a first-come, first-serve application process or rolling approval process- all eligible applicants will be considered for the grant at the close of Round 2 on February 8, 2021 at 6:00 pm and not before.
  • Applicants that were waitlisted in Round 1 and completed their application do NOT need to complete an application during Round 2. Waitlisted applicants that did not finish their application during Round 1 will be required to do so during Round 2 to be considered for grant approval.
  • To apply, visit CAReliefGrant.com and find a partner by county or language. The partner you choose does not impact your eligibility or the consideration of your application. Apply only once to one partner to ensure the reviewal of your application is not delayed. Please make note of which partner you choose to apply through for future reference.
Resources:
  • Join the EDC’s next COVID-19 Business Resources- EIDL, PPP, UI and Grants free webinar on Friday, February 10th at 12:00 pm. This webinar series is held on alternating Wednesdays and Fridays to provide up-to-date information on all currently available COVID-19 business resources. This is an excellent opportunity to hear about new changes and to have your questions answered. Register early! Space is limited. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • The CAReliefGrant.com website has numerous guides to review before applying.
  • For detailed information on the application process with step-by-step instructions please review the CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Application guides at CAReliefGrant.com. Scroll down on the homepage to view the “All Businesses Application Guide” or the “Non-Profit Application Guide.”
  • Review Frequently Asked Questions, Application Tips and instructional Videos On-Demand.
  • Lendistry’s Customer Care Team can be reached at 888.612.4370 or by emailing CAReliefGrant@Lendistry.com. Lendistry’s call hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm PST.