Illinois SBDC: Grant Information

Grants are not Available to Start Small Businesses

Beware of companies and individuals who, for a fee will provide information on grants available for small business start-up. Grants do not exist, companies and individuals who want to take advantage of you do.

Consider these facts:

• More than 78 million small businesses are in operation in the United States
• U.S. small businesses employ more than the Fortune 500 combined
• Small businesses account for almost 2/3 of the nation's gross receipts

Small businesses are plentiful, healthy and active in the United States.

If you are considering small business ownership, call for an information packet or better yet, make an appointment with one of our counselors — (847) 543-2033. We will coach you through start-up decisions including funding, loans, finances and business plans.

Go to Illinois Small Business Development Center main page.