SSBCI Technical Assistance Grant Program

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to seek application proposals from qualified technical assistance providers to deliver assistance to businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals or very small businesses participating in the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funded programs. The technical assistance providers will provide support to eligible beneficiaries of the SSBCI Technical Assistance Grant Program located in Region 4: North. The primary focus of this NOFO is the Loan TA Program, which will assist eligible small businesses in applying for SSBCI funding and other government small business programs. Some key points about the job and scope of work include: • Providing legal, accounting, and financial advisory services to eligible beneficiaries • Assisting businesses with market research, competitive analysis, and industry insights • Offering one-on-one financial advisory sessions or workshops on financial literacy • Connecting businesses with potential investors, mentors, and industry experts • Enhancing pitch delivery, storytelling, and slide design for attracting investors • Coordinating outreach events, webinars, and other major communications efforts to reach and advertise SSBCI programs and TA services to eligible beneficiaries